Orange Glen High School is one of the five public high schools in the Escondido Union School District in Escondido, California. It was established in 1962. The school earned the California Distinguished School Award in 2007. In the 2005-06 school year Orange Glen High School served 2,370 students from grades 9 to 12.
Serving 1,788 students in grades 9-12, Orange Glen High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,788 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orange Glen High School's student population of 1,788 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,788 students
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Orange Glen High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orange Glen High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7819 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
5%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orange Glen High School's ranking?
Orange Glen High School is ranked #7819 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Orange Glen High School often compared to?
Orange Glen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Escondido High School, San Pasqual High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Orange Glen High School?
The graduation rate of Orange Glen High School is 87%, which is equal to the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Orange Glen High School?
1,788 students attend Orange Glen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Orange Glen High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orange Glen High School?
Orange Glen High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Orange Glen High School offer ?
Orange Glen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Orange Glen High School part of?
Orange Glen High School is part of Escondido Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Orange Glen High School located?
Orange Glen High School is located in the Midway neighborhood of Escondido, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Midway.
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