Serving 247 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Orchard Ridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Orchard Ridge Elementary School's student population of 247 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Go Dolphins!
School Rankings
Orchard Ridge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Ridge Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1243 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
17%
14%
Black
25%
9%
White
41%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Orchard Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1243 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Orchard Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Orchard Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huegel Elementary School, Muir Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Orchard Ridge Elementary School?
247 students attend Orchard Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Orchard Ridge Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orchard Ridge Elementary School?
Orchard Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Orchard Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Orchard Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Orchard Ridge Elementary School part of?
Orchard Ridge Elementary School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.
In what neighborhood is Orchard Ridge Elementary School located?
Orchard Ridge Elementary School is located in the Orchard Ridge neighborhood of Madison, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Orchard Ridge.
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