Serving 419 students in grades 6-8, Orchard Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Orchard Middle School's student population of 419 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Orchard Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Middle School is 0.47, 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
#1772 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)29%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)46%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
66%
25%
Black
1%
5%
White
31%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Middle School's ranking?
Orchard Middle School is ranked #1772 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Orchard Middle School?
419 students attend Orchard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Orchard Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orchard Middle School?
Orchard Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Orchard Middle School offer ?
Orchard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Orchard Middle School part of?
Orchard Middle School is part of Wenatchee School District.
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