Serving 320 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Orchard Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (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
Diversity
School Overview
Orchard Elementary School's student population of 320 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Orchard Elementary School ranks within the bottom 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 0.66, 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
#7284 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
42%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
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 #7284 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Orchard Elementary School often compared to?
Orchard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dry Creek Elementary School, Westside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Orchard Elementary School?
320 students attend Orchard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Orchard Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orchard Elementary School?
Orchard Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Orchard Elementary School offer ?
Orchard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Orchard Elementary School part of?
Orchard Elementary School is part of Twin Rivers Unified School District.
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