Orange County Schools

Orange County Schools consists of 11 schools (7 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high) and 6700 students in grades Pre-K-12th grades. Our school district is committed to continuous improvement in order to provide high quality education for all students. To achieve this goal, the district has: per pupil expenditure in top 5% in NC, average class sizes of 1:18 in grades K-3, 1:21 in grades 4-5, 1:25 in grades 6-12. Our district is committed to site-based decision making, school governance, after-school programs, and modern technology in all classrooms. All 11 schools met AYP goals for 2003-04 school year.

Based on our commitment to academic excellence, Orange County Schools will provide safe and successful educational opportunities. Our students will demonstrate the essential skills necessary to function as lifelong learners and productive citizens in an ever-changing world.

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