Serving 350 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Orendorf Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Orendorf El Sch serves the southeast part of Manchester, PA, covering an area of approximately 5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orendorf Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Orendorf Elementary School's student population of 350 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
350 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Orendorf Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orendorf Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#801 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
18%
16%
Black
8%
14%
White
61%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orendorf Elementary School's ranking?
Orendorf Elementary School is ranked #801 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Orendorf Elementary School often compared to?
Orendorf Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt Wolf Elementary School, Conewago Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Orendorf Elementary School?
350 students attend Orendorf Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Orendorf Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orendorf Elementary School?
Orendorf Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Orendorf Elementary School offer ?
Orendorf Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Orendorf Elementary School part of?
Orendorf Elementary School is part of Northeastern York School District.
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