Orchard Dale Elementary School serves 596 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%) for the 2018-19 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Math Proficiency: 47%
- Reading Proficiency: 55%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orchard Dale Elementary School's student population of 596 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
596 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Orchard Dale Elementary School is 0.27, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)47%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
85%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
8%
22%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Orchard Dale Elementary School often compared to?
Orchard Dale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Orchard Dale Elementary School?
596 students attend Orchard Dale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Orchard Dale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orchard Dale Elementary School?
Orchard Dale Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Orchard Dale Elementary School offer ?
Orchard Dale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Orchard Dale Elementary School part of?
Orchard Dale Elementary School is part of East Whittier City Elementary School District.
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