Serving 41 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Orient Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
Minority enrollment is 19% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orient Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Orient Elementary School's student population of 41 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
41 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Orient Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orient Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#434 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
81%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orient Elementary School's ranking?
Orient Elementary School is ranked #434 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Orient Elementary School?
41 students attend Orient Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Orient Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Orient Elementary School offer ?
Orient Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Orient Elementary School part of?
Orient Elementary School is part of Orient School District.
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