Serving 390 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Old Orchard Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old Orchard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Old Orchard Elementary School's student population of 390 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Old Orchard Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old Orchard Elementary School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2759 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
57%
17%
White
19%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Orchard Elementary School's ranking?
Old Orchard Elementary School is ranked #2759 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Old Orchard Elementary School often compared to?
Old Orchard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grove Patterson Academy Elementary School, Central Academy Of Ohio by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Old Orchard Elementary School?
390 students attend Old Orchard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Old Orchard Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Old Orchard Elementary School?
Old Orchard Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Old Orchard Elementary School offer ?
Old Orchard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Old Orchard Elementary School part of?
Old Orchard Elementary School is part of Toledo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Old Orchard Elementary School located?
Old Orchard Elementary School is located in the Ottawa neighborhood of Toledo, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Ottawa.
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