Serving 635 students in grades 9-12, Orange Cove High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher 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 99% 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: 635 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orange Cove High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Orange Cove High School's student population of 635 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
635 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Orange Cove High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orange Cove High School is 0.04, 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
#1790 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
98%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Titans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orange Cove High School's ranking?
Orange Cove High School is ranked #1790 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Orange Cove High School often compared to?
Orange Cove High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mendota High School, Reedley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Orange Cove High School?
The graduation rate of Orange Cove High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Orange Cove High School?
635 students attend Orange Cove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Orange Cove High School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orange Cove High School?
Orange Cove High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Orange Cove High School offer ?
Orange Cove High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Orange Cove High School part of?
Orange Cove High School is part of Kings Canyon Joint Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Date
First Day of Instruction
August 12, 2026 (Wednesday)
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