Serving 353 students in grades Kindergarten-5, William W. Orr Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William W. Orr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
William W. Orr Elementary School's student population of 353 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
353 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
William W. Orr Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William W. Orr Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#2231 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William W. Orr Elementary School's ranking?
William W. Orr Elementary School is ranked #2231 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend William W. Orr Elementary School?
353 students attend William W. Orr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of William W. Orr Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William W. Orr Elementary School?
William W. Orr Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does William W. Orr Elementary School offer ?
William W. Orr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is William W. Orr Elementary School part of?
William W. Orr Elementary School is part of Little Lake City Elementary School District.
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