Serving 736 students in grades 5-7, Orchard Middle School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 736 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Orchard Middle School's student population of 736 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
Total Students
736 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Orchard Middle School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Middle School is 0.67, 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
#19 out of 3241 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
15%
17%
White
50%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Middle School's ranking?
Orchard Middle School is ranked #19 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Orchard Middle School often compared to?
Orchard Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Solon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Orchard Middle School?
736 students attend Orchard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Orchard Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orchard Middle School?
Orchard Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orchard Middle School offer ?
Orchard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7
What school district is Orchard Middle School part of?
Orchard Middle School is part of Solon City School District.
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