Serving 644 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Orange Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 644 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orange Elementary School's student population of 644 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
644 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
School Mascot
Cheetahs
School Rankings
Orange Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orange Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1070 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
21%
22%
White
49%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cheetahs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orange Elementary School's ranking?
Orange Elementary School is ranked #1070 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Orange Elementary School often compared to?
Orange Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Locust Grove Elementary School, Locust Grove Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Orange Elementary School?
644 students attend Orange Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Orange Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orange Elementary School?
Orange Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Orange Elementary School offer ?
Orange Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Orange Elementary School part of?
Orange Elementary School is part of Orange County School District.
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