Best Schools in Orchard, Texas
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Brazos EL
Elementary · Brazos ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$230,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$230,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Orchard
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brazos EL | 6.1 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $58,140
- Median home value
- $230,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 7%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 40%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
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 6.1 out of 10, schools in Orchard 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 Orchard is Brazos EL with a composite score of 6.1/10, 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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 340 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.1 |
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
7%
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.
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- 1
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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 6.1 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 Orchard, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Orchard on MySchoolScout is Brazos EL with a composite score of 6.1/10.
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 6.1/10.
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 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, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.