Serving 199 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 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Orchard Center Elementary serves the southwest part of Spokane, WA, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of around 1.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orchard Center Elementary School's student population of 199 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
199 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
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
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
12%
27%
Black
4%
5%
White
75%
47%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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?
199 students attend Orchard Center Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Orchard Center Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% 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 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
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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