Old Orchard Elementary School serves 534 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
Old Orchard Elementary School placed in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old Orchard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Old Orchard Elementary School's student population of 534 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Old Orchard Elementary School is ranked within the top 20% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Old Orchard Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#611 out of 3649 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
54%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
33%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
51%
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), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Orchard Elementary School's ranking?
Old Orchard Elementary School is ranked #611 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Old Orchard Elementary School?
534 students attend Old Orchard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Old Orchard Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Old Orchard Elementary School?
Old Orchard Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Old Orchard Elementary School offer ?
Old Orchard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Old Orchard Elementary School part of?
Old Orchard Elementary School is part of Newhall School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break - NO SCHOOL
September 29, 2023 (Friday)
Fall Break - NO SCHOOL
September 29, 2023 (Friday)
Fall Break - NO SCHOOL
October 02, 2023 (Monday)
Fall Break - NO SCHOOL
October 02, 2023 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - NO SCHOOL
November 20, 2023 (Monday)
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