Serving 641 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Orchard Hill School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 641 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Hill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Orchard Hill School's student population of 641 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
641 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Orchard Hill School ranks within the top 10% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Hill School is 0.68, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#69 out of 939 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
37%
5%
Hispanic
11%
31%
Black
5%
12%
White
42%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Hill School's ranking?
Orchard Hill School is ranked #69 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Orchard Hill School often compared to?
Orchard Hill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Valley School, Eli Terry School, Philip R. Smith School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Orchard Hill School?
641 students attend Orchard Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Orchard Hill School students are White, 37% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orchard Hill School?
Orchard Hill School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Orchard Hill School offer ?
Orchard Hill School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Orchard Hill School part of?
Orchard Hill School is part of South Windsor School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
District - First Day of School
August 27, 2025 (Wednesday)
Orchard Hill Elementary School Open House
September 11, 2025 (Thursday)
Schools Closed - Rosh Hashanah
September 23, 2025 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed - Yom Kippur
October 02, 2025 (Thursday)
Schools Closed - Diwali
October 20, 2025 (Monday)
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