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Oregon High School

The mission of the Oregon High School community is to work together for success while learning to live respectfully and responsibly in a changing world.

Students

  • Student Body: Oregon High School serves ~ 1,300 students in grades 9, 10, 11, and 12.
  • Minority Student Population: 16.5%
  • Graduation Rate (2023): 99%
  • ACT Composite (2023): 21.6

Post-Secondary Plans

The number of 2021 graduates attending post secondary education is 71% within the first year of high school graduation (53% attending a 4 year institution, 18% a 2 year institution).

Graduation Requirements

Twenty-three credits are required for graduation, including:

  • Four credits in English
  • Three credits in math
  • Three credits in social studies to include one credit of U.S. History, one credit of World Civilization, and one credit of a social studies elective
  • Three credits of science or science equivalent
  • One and a half credits of physical education
  • Half credit of health (sophomore year)
  • Eight credits of electives
  • 40 hours of community service/volunteer hours are also required

* For the Class of 2025 and beyond: ½ credit Personal Finance

* For the Class of 2027 and beyond: ½ credit Political Science

Oregon High School provides students the opportunity to earn Wisconsin Global Education Certification.  This achievement demonstrates a commitment and interest in acquiring global competencies.

Community

  • Located in the Village of Oregon (7 miles from State Capitol).

  • Oregon School District covers ~ 81 square miles and spans ten municipalities within three counties (Dane, Rock, Green).

  • Committed to an inclusive school environment where each and every student feels a sense of belonging.

Marking System

(OHS no longer provides class rank.)

Letter grades of A, B, C, D, and F are given in all courses.

4.00 = A; 3.67 = A-
3.33 = B+, 3.00 = B; 2.67 = B-
2.33 = C+; 2.00 = C; 1.67 = C-
1.33 = D+; 1.00 = D; .67 = D-

Percentage Scoring

93-100 = A; 90-92 = A-
87-89 = B+; 83-86 = B; 80-82 = B-
77-79 = C+; 73-76 = C; 70-72 = C-
67-69 = D+; 63-66 = D; 60-62 = D-; 0-59 = F

Advanced Placement Opportunities

  • AP Biology
  • AP U.S. History
  • AP Chemistry
  • AP World History
  • AP Environmental Science
  • AP Economics
  • AP Calculus AB/BC
  • AP Psychology
  • AP Statistics
  • AP English Language & Comp.
  • AP Computer Science
  • AP English Literature & Comp
  • AP Computer Science Principles
  • AP Music Theory
  • Others by Independent Study

2021-22: 538 AP Tests were taken by 305 students, 77% of tests received a score of 3, 4, or 5