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#4531 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 48% in state
Orchard Academies 2b
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
6411 Orchard Ave., Bell, CA 90201
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,531 of 9,539
In Bell
#5 of 9
public schools
In district
#488 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Orchard Academies 2b
Middle School in Bell · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Orchard Academies 2b
Orchard Academies 2b is a public middle school in Bell, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Orchard Academies 2b serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Orchard Academies 2b has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,531 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Orchard Academies 2b show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Orchard Academies 2b were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Orchard Academies 2b — Students at Orchard Academies 2b score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.
How Orchard Academies 2b Compares
See how Orchard Academies 2b performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
6411 Orchard Ave., Bell, CA 90201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Orchard Academies 2b may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Orchard Academies 2C (rated 8.2/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chester W. Nimitz Middle (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Huntington Park), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Magnolia Science Academy Bell (rated 5.9/10), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bell, see our Bell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Science Academy Bell Bell | 0.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Orchard Academies 2C Bell | 0.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Martha Escutia Primary Center Bell | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Corona Avenue Elementary Bell | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Aspire Antonio Maria Lugo Academy Oakland | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Russell Westbrook Why Not? High Bell | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Chester W. Nimitz Middle Huntington Park | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Huntington Park Elementary Huntington Park | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Lucille Roybal-Allard Elementary Huntington Park | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Bell Senior High Bell | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| RENUEVO SCHOOLS Huntington Park | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| RENUEVO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Huntington Park | 0.7 mi | — |
| RENUEVO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Huntington Park | 0.7 mi | — |
| Loma Vista Elementary Maywood | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Maywood Academy High Maywood | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Nueva Vista Elementary Bell | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| KIPP Pueblo Unido Maywood | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| San Antonio Elementary Huntington Park | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| MAYWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Maywood | 0.9 mi | — |
| Hope Street Elementary Huntington Park | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,824
Median Home Value
$542,800
Median Rent
$1,623/mo
Population
93,783
College Educated
7.4%
Homeownership
21%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
23.6%
Median Age
32.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Orchard Academies 2b
What grades does Orchard Academies 2b serve?
Orchard Academies 2b serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Orchard Academies 2b?
Orchard Academies 2b has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Orchard Academies 2b?
The student-teacher ratio at Orchard Academies 2b is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Orchard Academies 2b rank in CA?
Orchard Academies 2b ranks #4,531 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Orchard Academies 2b's MySchoolScout rating?
Orchard Academies 2b has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Orchard Academies 2b?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Orchard Academies 2b has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is Orchard Academies 2b a charter school?
No, Orchard Academies 2b is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Orchard Academies 2b a Title I school?
No, Orchard Academies 2b is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Orchard Academies 2b?
90.2% of students at Orchard Academies 2b qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 399
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.3%
- Phone
- (323) 826-3900
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #488 of 769
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