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#1020 of 1,851 schools in VA
Orange County High
High School · Orange County Public Schools
201 Selma Road, Orange, VA 22960
Enrollment
1,460
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,460
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,020 of 1,851
In Orange
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 9
Orange County Public Schools
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Orange County High
High School in Orange · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Orange County High
Orange County High is a public high school in Orange, VA, part of Orange County Public Schools. Orange County High serves approximately 1,460 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Orange County High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,020 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Orange County High show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- VA avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Orange County High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Orange County High — Students at Orange County High score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 27 test records from VA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.
How Orange County High Compares
See how Orange County High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
201 Selma Road, Orange, VA 22960
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Orange County High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Madison County High (rated 7.6/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WOODBERRY FOREST SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Woodberry Forest), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orange, see our Orange schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Orange Elementary Orange | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Prospect Heights Middle Orange | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| WOODBERRY FOREST SCHOOL Woodberry Forest | 3.5 mi | 7.4 |
| HARTLAND DAY ACADEMY Rapidan | 6.1 mi | — |
| Unionville Elementary Unionville | 7.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Lightfoot Elementary Unionville | 7.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Gordon-Barbour Elementary Gordonsville | 9.1 mi | 6.4 |
| OAK GROVE MENNONITE SCHOOL Aroda | 9.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Trevilians Elementary Louisa | 11.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Madison Primary Madison | 12.0 mi | 5.4 |
| William H. Wetsel Middle Madison | 12.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Waverly Yowell Elementary Madison | 12.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Madison County High Madison | 12.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Pearl Sample Elementary Culpeper | 14.5 mi | 5.3 |
| A.G. Richardson Elementary Culpeper | 14.6 mi | 6.6 |
| KEYS ACADEMY - CULPEPER Culpeper | 14.9 mi | — |
| Farmington Elementary Culpeper | 15.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Galbreath-Marshall Building Culpeper | 16.0 mi | — |
| Yowell Elementary Culpeper | 17.2 mi | 4.3 |
| CULPEPER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Culpeper | 17.0 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22960 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,081
Median Home Value
$274,700
Median Rent
$1,085/mo
Population
10,877
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
65.2%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
41.1
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Eastern View High Culpeper, VA | 6.1 |
| Halifax County High South Boston, VA | 6.1 |
| Lakeland High Suffolk, VA | 6.1 |
| Skyline High Front Royal, VA | 6.1 |
| Douglas S. Freeman High Richmond, VA | 6.0 |
| Liberty High Bealeton, VA | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Orange County High
What grades does Orange County High serve?
Orange County High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Orange County High?
Orange County High has an enrollment of approximately 1,460 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Orange County High?
The student-teacher ratio at Orange County High is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Orange County High rank in VA?
Orange County High ranks #1,020 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Orange County High's MySchoolScout rating?
Orange County High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Orange County High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Orange County High has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Orange County High a charter school?
No, Orange County High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Orange County High a Title I school?
No, Orange County High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Orange County High?
67.1% of students at Orange County High 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,460
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 79
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.5%
- Phone
- (540) 661-4300
- 4-Year Graduation
- 86.0%
Resources & Links
District
Orange County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 5,076
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,297
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
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