Serving 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Orchard School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Orchard School serves the west part of Cleveland, OH, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orchard School's student population of 492 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
492 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Orchard School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard School is 0.64, 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
#2868 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2000–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
23%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
52%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
19%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
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)66.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
42%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
6%
Showing 2002–2012. View full 14-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 School's ranking?
Orchard School is ranked #2868 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Orchard School often compared to?
Orchard Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summit Academy Akron Elementary School, Rootstown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Orchard School?
492 students attend Orchard School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Orchard School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orchard School?
Orchard School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orchard School offer ?
Orchard School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orchard School part of?
Orchard School is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Orchard School located?
Orchard School is located in the Ohio City neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Ohio City.
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