Serving 663 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Orchard Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 663 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Orchard Elementary School's student population of 663 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
663 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Orchard Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#256 out of 2052 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)74%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)74%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
9%
Hispanic
13%
25%
Black
2%
5%
White
67%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Elementary School's ranking?
Orchard Elementary School is ranked #256 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Orchard Elementary School often compared to?
Orchard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Bluffs Elementary School, Badger Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Orchard Elementary School?
663 students attend Orchard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Orchard Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orchard Elementary School?
Orchard Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Orchard Elementary School offer ?
Orchard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Orchard Elementary School part of?
Orchard Elementary School is part of Richland School District.
In what neighborhood is Orchard Elementary School located?
Orchard Elementary School is located in the South Richland neighborhood of Richland, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in South Richland.
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