Serving 18 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 30%).
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 9:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orick Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Orick Elementary School's student population of 18 students has declined by 25% 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
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Orick Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orick Elementary School is 0.20, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
6%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
89%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
51%
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 is Orick Elementary School's ranking?
Orick Elementary School is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
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?
18 students attend Orick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Orick Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% 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 9:1, 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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