Serving 697 students in grades 5-6, Orchard Middle School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 93% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 697 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Orchard Middle School's student population of 697 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
697 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Orchard Middle School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Middle School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#15 out of 3137 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
16%
17%
White
50%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Middle School's ranking?
Orchard Middle School is ranked #15 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Orchard Middle School often compared to?
Orchard Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Solon Middle School, Solon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 93% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Orchard Middle School?
697 students attend Orchard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Orchard Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orchard Middle School?
Orchard Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orchard Middle School offer ?
Orchard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Orchard Middle School part of?
Orchard Middle School is part of Solon City School District.
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