Serving 616 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Orchard Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Orchard Elementary School's student population of 616 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Orchard Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#122 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
9%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
67%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Elementary School's ranking?
Orchard Elementary School is ranked #122 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Orchard Elementary School often compared to?
Orchard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Bluffs Elementary School, Badger Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Orchard Elementary School?
616 students attend Orchard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Orchard Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orchard Elementary School?
Orchard Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Orchard Elementary School offer ?
Orchard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Orchard Elementary School part of?
Orchard Elementary School is part of Richland School District.
In what neighborhood is Orchard Elementary School located?
Orchard Elementary School is located in the South Richland neighborhood of Richland, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in South Richland.
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