Located in Midland, TX, Orion High School is a Christian co–ed alternative school serving grades K–12 with an enrollment of 291 students.
Founded in 2007, the school operates in a midsize city community setting.
Orion High School has a student–teacher ratio of 26:1 with 11 total teachers.
The student body is 65.64% students of color, reflecting some diversity in the Midland area.
Among private schools in Texas, Orion High School ranks in the top 20% for largest student body size.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked TX School
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Orion High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
291 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
66%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$2,835.00 for 1 Year
School Notes
- School Motto: Empowering Learning. Renewing Hope.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orion High School's ranking?
Orion High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Orion High School?
The application deadline for Orion High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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