Serving 581 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Orchard School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Orchard School serves the southeast part of North Salt Lake, UT, covering an area of approximately 4.6 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orchard School's student population of 581 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
581 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Rankings
Orchard School ranks within the top 30% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#249 out of 957 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
15%
21%
Black
2%
1%
White
73%
69%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard School's ranking?
Orchard School is ranked #249 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Orchard School often compared to?
Orchard Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reading School, Muir School, Legacy Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Orchard School?
581 students attend Orchard School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Orchard School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orchard School?
Orchard School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Orchard School offer ?
Orchard School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Orchard School part of?
Orchard School is part of Davis School District.
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