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Very Good

#661 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 33% in state

Orange Grove Elementary School

Elementary School · Somerton Elementary District (4500)

PO BOX 3200, Somerton, AZ 85350

Enrollment

410

Student-Teacher

19.5:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#661 of 2,006

In Somerton

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#4 of 7

Somerton Elementary District (4500)

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Orange Grove Elementary School

7.2/10

Elementary School in Somerton · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.2/10

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About Orange Grove Elementary School

Orange Grove Elementary School is a public elementary school in Somerton, AZ, part of Somerton Elementary District (4500). Orange Grove Elementary School serves approximately 410 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Orange Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #661 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Orange Grove Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.4
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Orange Grove Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,752
Chronic Absenteeism26.8%

Orange Grove Elementary School — Students at Orange Grove Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
53%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
28%
ELA
35%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.

How Orange Grove Elementary School Compares

See how Orange Grove Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
67th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.8%

Location

PO BOX 3200, Somerton, AZ 85350

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Orange Grove Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Encanto Learning Center (rated 8.4/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Desert Sonora Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Tierra Del Sol Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Somerton, see our Somerton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.1 mi
School Distance Rating
PPEP TEC - Jose Yepez Learning Center Tucson 2.8 mi 4.2
Tierra Del Sol Elementary School Somerton 2.9 mi 7.3
Somerton Middle School Somerton 3.2 mi 6.7
Desert Sonora Elementary School Somerton 3.3 mi 7.6
Encanto Learning Center Somerton 3.5 mi 8.4
Bravie T. Soto Elementary School Somerton 3.6 mi 6.7
Crane Middle School Yuma 5.7 mi 4.2
Vista High School Yuma 5.8 mi 5.9
Yuma Online Distance Academy Yuma 5.8 mi 4.0
Gary A. Knox Elementary School Yuma 6.0 mi 5.2
Mesquite Elementary Yuma 6.1 mi 5.3
STEDY- Kofa HS Satellite Yuma 6.1 mi
Kofa High School Yuma 6.1 mi 5.0
Palmcroft Elementary School Yuma 6.1 mi 7.3
YUMA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Yuma 6.2 mi 5.7
Desert View Middle & High School Yuma 6.7 mi 4.6
Desert View Online School Yuma 6.7 mi
Pueblo Elementary School Yuma 7.0 mi 6.7
R Pete Woodard Jr High School Yuma 7.0 mi 4.9
Valley Horizon Elementary School Yuma 7.1 mi 2.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85350 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,115

Median Home Value

$211,200

Median Rent

$864/mo

Population

19,273

College Educated

15%

Homeownership

75%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

18.1%

Median Age

30.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Orange Grove Elementary School

What grades does Orange Grove Elementary School serve?

Orange Grove Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Orange Grove Elementary School?

Orange Grove Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 410 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Orange Grove Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Orange Grove Elementary School is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Orange Grove Elementary School rank in AZ?

Orange Grove Elementary School ranks #661 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Orange Grove Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Orange Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Orange Grove Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Orange Grove Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Orange Grove Elementary School a charter school?

No, Orange Grove Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Orange Grove Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Orange Grove Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Yuma County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.8%

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