Serving 352 students in grades 6-8, Orchard Academies 2b ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California 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 California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Academies 2b ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Orchard Academies 2b's student population of 352 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
352 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Motto
Welcome to the Home of the Mighty Griffins!
School Rankings
Orchard Academies 2b ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Academies 2b is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7354 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Academies 2b's ranking?
Orchard Academies 2b is ranked #7354 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Orchard Academies 2b often compared to?
Orchard Academies 2bis often viewed alongside schools like Magnolia Science Academy Bell, Orchard Academies 2c 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 34% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Orchard Academies 2b?
352 students attend Orchard Academies 2b.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Orchard Academies 2b students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orchard Academies 2b?
Orchard Academies 2b has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Orchard Academies 2b offer ?
Orchard Academies 2b offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Orchard Academies 2b part of?
Orchard Academies 2b is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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