Serving 283 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Orchard Villa Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Orchard Villa Elementary School serves the northeast part of Miami, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 0.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with distances to the farthest edge of the zone reaching up to 0.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orchard Villa Elementary School's student population of 283 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
283 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Orchard Villa Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Villa Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2431 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
42%
38%
Black
56%
21%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Villa Elementary School's ranking?
Orchard Villa Elementary School is ranked #2431 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Orchard Villa Elementary School often compared to?
Orchard Villa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles R Drew K-8 Center, Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Orchard Villa Elementary School?
283 students attend Orchard Villa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Orchard Villa Elementary School students are Black, 42% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orchard Villa Elementary School?
Orchard Villa Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orchard Villa Elementary School offer ?
Orchard Villa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orchard Villa Elementary School part of?
Orchard Villa Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Orchard Villa Elementary School located?
Orchard Villa Elementary School is located in the Model City neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 5 other public schools located in Model City.
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