ORANGE HIGH SCHOOL

Orange High is a public high school that is part of the Orange County Schools school district, located in Hillsborough, NC with about 1,290 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 82 teachers, Orange High has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Orange High School, located in Hillsborough, North Carolina, serves as a cornerstone of the Orange County Schools district. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive educational experience that balances rigorous academic standards with a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. Its curriculum is designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, offering a variety of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technical education (CTE) pathways, and elective programs that cater to diverse student interests and professional aspirations.

Beyond the classroom, Orange High is known for fostering a strong sense of community and school spirit. The school supports a vibrant culture of student involvement, featuring competitive athletic programs, fine arts departments, and various clubs and organizations that encourage personal growth and leadership. By maintaining a focus on both scholastic achievement and holistic development, Orange High School strives to cultivate an inclusive environment where students are empowered to excel academically and contribute positively to their community.

For more information, contact Orange High at (919) 732-6133 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

500 Orange High Rd
Hillsborough, NC 27278
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ORANGE HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Hillsborough, NC with about 1,290 enrolled students. See other public high schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,290
Teachers:
82.78
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,290 students

White
64.2%
Hispanic/Latino
15.9%
Black or African American
15.3%
Two or more races
3.6%
Asian
0.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
47.4%
Male
52.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.