West Orange High School is a high school located in Winter Garden in southwest Orange County, Florida, United States. West Orange serves Winter Garden, Oakland, Tildenville, and parts of Lake Butler and Ocoee.
Serving 2,792 students in grades 8-12, West Orange High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 2,792 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Orange High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
West Orange High School's student population of 2,792 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,792 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Year Founded
1975
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Orange High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Orange High School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1817 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
31%
37%
Black
15%
21%
White
45%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warrior (viking)
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Orange High School's ranking?
West Orange High School is ranked #1817 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are West Orange High School often compared to?
West Orange High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windermere High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Orange High School?
The graduation rate of West Orange High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Orange High School?
2,792 students attend West Orange High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of West Orange High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Orange High School?
West Orange High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Orange High School offer ?
West Orange High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Orange High School part of?
West Orange High School is part of Orange School District.
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