Serving 850 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Orchard Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 850 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Ranch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Orchard Ranch Elementary School's student population of 850 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
850 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Orchard Ranch Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Ranch Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1327 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
25%
12%
Hispanic
17%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
44%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
27%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Orchard Ranch Elementary School is ranked #1327 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Orchard Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Orchard Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Junction Elementary School, Blue Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Orchard Ranch Elementary School?
850 students attend Orchard Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Orchard Ranch Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orchard Ranch Elementary School?
Orchard Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Orchard Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Orchard Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Orchard Ranch Elementary School part of?
Orchard Ranch Elementary School is part of Roseville City Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Orchard Ranch Elementary School located?
Orchard Ranch Elementary School is located in the Westpark neighborhood of Roseville, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Westpark.
School Reviews
5 5/9/2022
good school and nice teachers.
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