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Orange Beach Middlehigh School

High School · Orange Beach City

23908 Canal Road, Orange Beach, AL 36561

Enrollment

643

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Grades

7th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

School environment

10.0 / 10

Exceptional

About Orange Beach Middlehigh School

Orange Beach Middlehigh School is a public high school in Orange Beach, AL, part of the Orange Beach City. The school serves approximately 643 students in grades 7th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.3:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $89,432, where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
643 students
Type
Public
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Address
23908 Canal Road, Orange Beach, AL 36561
Phone
(251) 967-5306
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Test Scores

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How Orange Beach Middlehigh School Compares

See how Orange Beach Middlehigh School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Academic
6.3/10
6.3/10
Environment
10.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
23%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers

Location

23908 Canal Road, Orange Beach, AL 36561

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Orange Beach Middlehigh School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Gulf Shores High School (rated 6.4/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Gulf Shores). Another option is Elberta High School (rated 5.9/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Elberta). Additionally, Foley High School (rated 4.6/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Foley). For more schools in Orange Beach, see our Orange Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Orange Beach Elementary School Orange Beach 3.6 mi 9.9
Gulf Shores High School Gulf Shores 3.7 mi 6.4
Gulf Shores Middle School Gulf Shores 3.9 mi 7.2
Gulf Shores Elementary School Gulf Shores 4.0 mi 8.8
SOUTH BALDWIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gulf Shores 4.5 mi 5.9
Swift Elementary School Bon Secour 6.8 mi 5.4
Foley High School Foley 7.6 mi 4.6
BEREAN BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Elberta 8.4 mi
Florence B Mathis Elementary Foley 8.0 mi 6.6
ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Elberta 8.5 mi 7.9
SMALL STEPS LEARNING CENTER Foley 8.3 mi
Elberta Elementary School Elberta 8.8 mi 7.2
Elberta High School Elberta 9.1 mi 5.9
Elberta Middle School Elberta 9.1 mi 9.1
Foley Middle School Foley 9.1 mi 5.2
Foley Elementary School Foley 9.4 mi 7.2
Magnolia School Foley 11.7 mi 7.6
SNOOK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Foley 12.6 mi 5.6
SNOOK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Foley 12.6 mi 4.9
Summerdale School Summerdale 14.5 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 36561 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,432

Median Home Value

$529,100

Median Rent

$1,346/mo

Population

9,275

College Educated

40.8%

Homeownership

66.7%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.5%

Median Age

54

Community Profile

The community surrounding Orange Beach Middlehigh School has a median household income of $89,432. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $529,100, with a median rent of $1,346/month. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Jemison High School Jemison, AL 2.2
West Morgan High School Trinity, AL 2.3
Madison County Virtual Academy Huntsville, AL 2.9
Fairview High School Cullman, AL 3.1
Hamilton High School Hamilton, AL 3.1
JB Pennington High School Blountsville, AL 3.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Orange Beach Middlehigh School

What grades does Orange Beach Middlehigh School serve?

Orange Beach Middlehigh School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Orange Beach Middlehigh School?

Orange Beach Middlehigh School has an enrollment of approximately 643 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Orange Beach Middlehigh School?

The student-teacher ratio at Orange Beach Middlehigh School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

Is Orange Beach Middlehigh School a charter school?

No, Orange Beach Middlehigh School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Orange Beach Middlehigh School a Title I school?

No, Orange Beach Middlehigh School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Orange Beach Middlehigh School?

22.9% of students at Orange Beach Middlehigh School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (2,214/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Orange Beach). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
643
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
22.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Baldwin County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Orange Beach City
District Enrollment
1,268
Schools in District
2

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