Lake Orion High School is a public high school located in Orion Township, Michigan, United States. It is a part of Lake Orion Community Schools. Its motto is "Once a dragon, always a dragon," coined by Jeff Heath.
Serving 2,097 students in grades 9-12, Lake Orion Community High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,097 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Orion Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lake Orion Community High School's student population of 2,097 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,097 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Year Founded
1893
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
School Motto
Protect the Thunder
School Rankings
Lake Orion Community High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Orion Community High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#482 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragons
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Orion Community High School's ranking?
Lake Orion Community High School is ranked #482 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Orion Community High School?
The graduation rate of Lake Orion Community High School is 98%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Lake Orion Community High School?
2,097 students attend Lake Orion Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Lake Orion Community High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Orion Community High School?
Lake Orion Community High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Orion Community High School offer ?
Lake Orion Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Orion Community High School part of?
Lake Orion Community High School is part of Lake Orion Community Schools.
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