Serving 210 students in grades 1-5, Orchard Center Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Center Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Orchard Center Elementary School's student population of 210 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
210 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Orchard Center Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Center Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1164 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
75%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Center Elementary School's ranking?
Orchard Center Elementary School is ranked #1164 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Orchard Center Elementary School?
210 students attend Orchard Center Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Orchard Center Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orchard Center Elementary School?
Orchard Center Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Orchard Center Elementary School offer ?
Orchard Center Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Orchard Center Elementary School part of?
Orchard Center Elementary School is part of West Valley School District (Spokane).
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