Serving 730 students in grades 5-6, Orchard Middle School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 730 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Orchard Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Solon, OH, encompassing an area of approximately 22.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically experience a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Orchard Middle School's student population of 730 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
730 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Orchard Middle School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Middle School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#21 out of 3181 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
23%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
15%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
50%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.3%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Middle School's ranking?
Orchard Middle School is ranked #21 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Orchard Middle School often compared to?
Orchard Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Solon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Orchard Middle School?
730 students attend Orchard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Orchard Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orchard Middle School?
Orchard Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orchard Middle School offer ?
Orchard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orchard Middle School part of?
Orchard Middle School is part of Solon City School District.
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