8.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in Orchard, Texas

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.7/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.7/10
Median household income: $58,140
Median home value: $230,200
Bachelor's degree or higher: 7%
Owner-occupied homes: 40%

How Orchard compares

Median household income

$58k

78% of Texas median

About Schools in Orchard, Texas

Orchard, Texas is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 8.7 out of 10, schools in Orchard perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Orchard is Brazos EL with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Orchard is served by 1 school district: BRAZOS ISD. These districts collectively serve 859 students.

Orchard's community shows 7% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $58,140. The poverty rate in the area is 5.3%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	BRAZOS EL 340 students · Pre-K–5th	340	Pre-K–5th	8.7

Schools in Orchard

Orchard, Texas · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$58,140

Median Home Value

$230,200

Median Rent

$1,906/mo

Population

457

College Educated

Homeownership

40%

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Community Profile

Orchard has a median household income of $58,140. It is a community where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $230,200, with a median rent of $1,906/month. The local poverty rate of 5.3% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.7/10

Resources

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School District

BRAZOS ISD

3 schools · 859 students

Nearby Cities

East Bernard (3 schools)

8 mi

Beasley (1 school)

9 mi

Brookshire (1 school)

12 mi

Rosenberg (13 schools)

Brookesmith (1 school)

13 mi

Richmond (47 schools)

Needville (4 schools)

19 mi

Wharton (5 schools)

21 mi

Other Major Cities in Texas

Top metros statewide by school count.

Houston 899 schools San Antonio 616 schools Dallas 480 schools Austin 339 schools Fort Worth 288 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Orchard, Texas

How many schools are in Orchard, Texas?

Orchard has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Orchard, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Orchard is 8.7 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Orchard, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Orchard on MySchoolScout is Brazos EL with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Orchard, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Orchard on MySchoolScout is Brazos EL with a composite score of 8.7/10.

How many school districts serve Orchard, Texas?

Orchard is served by 1 school district: Brazos ISD.

What is the education level in Orchard, Texas?

According to Census data, 7% of adults in Orchard have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Orchard, Texas?

The median household income in Orchard is approximately $58,140 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Orchard, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Orchard is 14.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Orchard, Texas?

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.