Serving 402 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Orchard School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Orchard School serves the southeast part of South Burlington, VT, encompassing an area of approximately 5.1 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Orchard School's student population of 402 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
402 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Motto
A Wonderful Place to Grow
School Rankings
Orchard School ranks within the top 5% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.25. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#13 out of 280 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
5%
4%
Black
12%
3%
White
66%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard School's ranking?
Orchard School is ranked #13 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Orchard School often compared to?
Orchard Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rick Marcotte Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Orchard School?
402 students attend Orchard School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Orchard School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orchard School?
Orchard School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Orchard School offer ?
Orchard School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Orchard School part of?
Orchard School is part of South Burlington School District.
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