Serving 428 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Orchard Primary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Orchard Primary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Almont school district, covering approximately 57.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10 to 12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.4 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Orchard Primary School's student population of 428 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
428 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Motto
Nurture, prepare, and empower our students to reach their full potential.
School Rankings
Orchard Primary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Primary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#318 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
White
89%
63%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Primary School's ranking?
Orchard Primary School is ranked #318 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Orchard Primary School often compared to?
Orchard Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dryden Elementary School, Emma Murphy Elementary School, Weston Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Orchard Primary School?
428 students attend Orchard Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Orchard Primary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orchard Primary School?
Orchard Primary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Orchard Primary School offer ?
Orchard Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Orchard Primary School part of?
Orchard Primary School is part of Almont Community Schools.
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