Serving 1,373 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Orchard Hills ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Hills ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Orchard Hills's student population of 1,373 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,373 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Orchard Hills ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Hills is 0.54, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#343 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
65%
12%
Hispanic
9%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Hills's ranking?
Orchard Hills is ranked #343 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Orchard Hills often compared to?
Orchard Hillsis often viewed alongside schools like Pioneer Middle School, Legacy Magnet Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Orchard Hills?
1,373 students attend Orchard Hills.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Orchard Hills students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orchard Hills?
Orchard Hills has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Orchard Hills offer ?
Orchard Hills offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Orchard Hills part of?
Orchard Hills is part of Tustin Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Orchard Hills located?
Orchard Hills is located in the Stonegate neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Stonegate.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First day of School
August 13, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day Back from Winter Recess
January 05, 2027 (Tuesday)
Last day of School
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
First day of School
August 12, 2027 (Thursday)
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