Serving 760 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Orchard Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 760 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Orchard Elementary School's student population of 760 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
760 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Orchard Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#3803 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
40%
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Elementary School's ranking?
Orchard Elementary School is ranked #3803 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Orchard Elementary School often compared to?
Orchard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooktree Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Orchard Elementary School?
760 students attend Orchard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Orchard Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orchard Elementary School?
Orchard Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Orchard Elementary School offer ?
Orchard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Orchard Elementary School part of?
Orchard Elementary School is part of Orchard Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Orchard Elementary School located?
Orchard Elementary School is located in the Berryessa neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Berryessa.
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