Best Schools in Orland, California
11 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 4 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Orland?
Use this page to compare every school in Orland by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Plaza Elementary
Elementary · Plaza Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lake Elementary
Elementary · Lake Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
William Finch
Other · Glenn County Office of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Orland for 2026 are Plaza Elementary (8.0/10), Lake Elementary (7.9/10), and William Finch (6.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
11
10 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$353,000
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
Schools
11
10 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$353,000
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
Rates 8.0/10 despite 45% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.5 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Orland schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +11.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Orland schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Orland
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 11). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Plaza Elementary | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Lake Elementary | 7.9 / 10 |
| 3 | William Finch | 6.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Capay Joint Union Elementary | 6.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Orland High | 5.6 / 10 |
| 6 | North Valley High (continuation) | 5.5 / 10 |
| 7 | Success One! | 4.9 / 10 |
| 8 | Price Intermediate | 4.6 / 10 |
| 9 | Fairview Elementary | 3.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $68,654
- Median home value
- $353,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Orland compares
California rank
#432 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$69k
69% of California median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in Orland, California
Orland, California is home to 11 schools, including 10 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 4 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Orland show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Orland is Plaza Elementary with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Orland is served by 5 school districts. These districts collectively serve 3,117 students.
Orland's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $68,654. The poverty rate in the area is 12.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 194 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 194 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.9 |
| 3 | 194 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.1 |
| 4 | 510 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 4.9 |
| 5 | 440 students · 3rd–5th | 3.6 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 443 students · 6th–8th | 4.6 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 806 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 | ||
| 2 | 43 students · 9th–12th | 5.5 | ||
| 3 | 85 students · 9th–12th | 4.9 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 92 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 138 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.3 |
Schools in Orland
Orland, California · 11 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$68,654
Median Home Value
$353,000
Median Rent
$1,117/mo
Population
16,483
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Community Profile
Orland has a median household income of $68,654. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $353,000, with a median rent of $1,117/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.2%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 4
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Orland, California
How many schools are in Orland, California?
Orland has 11 schools, including 10 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Orland, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Orland is 5.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Orland, California?
The top-ranked school in Orland on MySchoolScout is Plaza Elementary with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Orland, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Orland on MySchoolScout is Plaza Elementary with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Orland, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Orland on MySchoolScout is Price Intermediate with a composite score of 4.6/10.
What is the best high school in Orland, California?
The top-ranked high school in Orland on MySchoolScout is Orland High with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Orland, California?
Orland is served by 5 school districts: Orland Joint Unified, Capay Joint Union Elementary, Lake Elementary, Plaza Elementary, Glenn County Office of Education.
What is the education level in Orland, California?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Orland have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Orland, California?
The median household income in Orland is approximately $68,654 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Orland, California?
Yes, Orland has 1 private school alongside 10 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Orland, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Orland is 21.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Orland, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.