Serving 497 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Orchard School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Orchard School's student population of 497 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
497 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Orchard School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2868 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
20%
8%
Black
58%
17%
White
18%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard School's ranking?
Orchard School is ranked #2868 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Orchard School often compared to?
Orchard Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rootstown Elementary School, Summit Academy Akron Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Orchard School?
497 students attend Orchard School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Orchard School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orchard School?
Orchard School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orchard School offer ?
Orchard School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orchard School part of?
Orchard School is part of Cleveland Municipal School District.
In what neighborhood is Orchard School located?
Orchard School is located in the Ohio City neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in Ohio City.
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