Orchard Place Elementary School serves 11 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 1:1 was lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 9% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
11 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
1:1
14:1
Black
9%
7%
White
91%
70%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Orchard Place Elementary School?
11 students attend Orchard Place Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Orchard Place Elementary School students are White, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orchard Place Elementary School?
Orchard Place Elementary School has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Orchard Place Elementary School offer ?
Orchard Place Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Orchard Place Elementary School part of?
Orchard Place Elementary School is part of Des Moines Independent Community School District.
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