Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Orchards Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchards Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Orchards Elementary School's student population of 433 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
433 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We Shine Brighter Together!
School Rankings
Orchards Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchards Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1941 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
33%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
45%
47%
Hawaiian
6%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchards Elementary School's ranking?
Orchards Elementary School is ranked #1941 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Orchards Elementary School often compared to?
Orchards Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Minnehaha Elementary School, Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Orchards Elementary School?
433 students attend Orchards Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Orchards Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orchards Elementary School?
Orchards Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orchards Elementary School offer ?
Orchards Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orchards Elementary School part of?
Orchards Elementary School is part of Evergreen School District (Clark).
In what neighborhood is Orchards Elementary School located?
Orchards Elementary School is located in the Orchards neighborhood of Vancouver, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Orchards.
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