Serving 42 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Orient Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Orient Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 308.8 square miles in Orient, WA. Families typically experience a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 10.6 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 15.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orient Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Orient Elementary School's student population of 42 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
42 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2011–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Orient Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orient Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#879 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2011–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
27%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
unspecified
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orient Elementary School's ranking?
Orient Elementary School is ranked #879 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Orient Elementary School?
42 students attend Orient Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Orient Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orient Elementary School?
Orient Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orient Elementary School offer ?
Orient Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orient Elementary School part of?
Orient Elementary School is part of Orient School District.
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