Serving 194 students in grades 1-5, Orchard Center Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Center Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Orchard Center Elementary School's student population of 194 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Rankings
Orchard Center Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Center Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#838 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
4%
5%
White
75%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Center Elementary School's ranking?
Orchard Center Elementary School is ranked #838 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Orchard Center Elementary School?
194 students attend Orchard Center Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Orchard Center Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orchard Center Elementary School?
Orchard Center Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Orchard Center Elementary School offer ?
Orchard Center Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orchard Center Elementary School part of?
Orchard Center Elementary School is part of West Valley School District (Spokane).
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