Serving 8 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Orick Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Orick Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 56.2 square miles in Orick, CA. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone is about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge located 12.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orick Elementary School's student population of 8 students has declined by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
8 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where students have pride in themselves, their school, and their community
School Rankings
The diversity score of Orick Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
21:1
Hispanic
38%
56%
White
50%
20%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)87.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Orick Elementary School?
8 students attend Orick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Orick Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orick Elementary School?
Orick Elementary School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Orick Elementary School offer ?
Orick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Orick Elementary School part of?
Orick Elementary School is part of Orick Elementary School District.
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