ORE CITY HIGH SCHOOL

ORE CITY H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the ORE CITY ISD school district, located in ORE CITY, TX with about 277 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 23 teachers, ORE CITY H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Ore City High School, located at 100 Rebel Rd in Ore City, Texas, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Ore City Independent School District. As a small-town school, it functions as a central hub for the local community, focusing on providing a core curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school maintains a traditional academic environment, typically emphasizing student development through classroom instruction, extracurricular activities, and local athletic programs.

The institution reflects the characteristic identity of East Texas rural school districts, where community involvement and school spirit play a significant role in the student experience. By fostering a close-knit campus culture, Ore City High School aims to provide personalized support to its student body while working to meet state educational standards. As part of the Ore City ISD, it is committed to the academic and social growth of its students, serving as a pillar of the small municipality’s educational landscape.

For more information, contact ORE CITY H S at (903) 968-3300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.