Very Good
#2158 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 23% in state
Orchard Elementary
Elementary School · Orchard Elementary
921 Fox Ln., San Jose, CA 95131
Enrollment
760
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
760
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,158 of 9,539
In San Jose
#60 of 223
public schools
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Orchard Elementary
Orchard Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of Orchard Elementary. Orchard Elementary serves approximately 760 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Orchard Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,158 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Orchard Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Orchard Elementary — Students at Orchard Elementary score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 8.3/10.
How Orchard Elementary Compares
See how Orchard Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
921 Fox Ln., San Jose, CA 95131
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Orchard Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Northwood Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Vinci Park Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Abram Agnew Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Clara County Community San Jose | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Santa Clara County Court San Jose | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Santa Clara County Special Education San Jose | 0.3 mi | 3.1 |
| Opportunity Youth Academy San Jose | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| San Jose Conservation Corps Charter San Jose | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Mabel Mattos Elementary Milpitas | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Challenger School - Berryessa San Jose | 1.2 mi | — |
| Pearl Zanker Elementary Milpitas | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Brooktree Elementary San Jose | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Stratford Milpitas Great Mall Milpitas | 1.6 mi | — |
| Stratford Preparatory Milpitas Milpitas | 1.7 mi | — |
| Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary San Jose | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Northwood Elementary San Jose | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Vinci Park Elementary San Jose | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| LIFE CONNECTIONS CHILDRENS LEARNING CENTER Milpitas | 2.2 mi | — |
| Abram Agnew Elementary San Jose | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Muwekma Ohlone Middle San Jose | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Stratford Milpitas Corning Milpitas | 2.5 mi | — |
| Dolores Huerta Middle San Jose | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Kathleen MacDonald High San Jose | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95131 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$170,128
Median Home Value
$1,134,200
Median Rent
$3,182/mo
Population
30,745
College Educated
57%
Homeownership
63.3%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
37.7
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Akira Yokomi Elementary Fresno, CA | 7.7 |
| Beechwood Elementary Fullerton, CA | 7.7 |
| Benchley/Weinberger Elementary San Diego, CA | 7.7 |
| Bill Libbon Elementary Santa Maria, CA | 7.7 |
| Bowman Charter Auburn, CA | 7.7 |
| Bud Rank Elementary Clovis, CA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Orchard Elementary
What grades does Orchard Elementary serve?
Orchard Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Orchard Elementary?
Orchard Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 760 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Orchard Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Orchard Elementary is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Orchard Elementary rank in CA?
Orchard Elementary ranks #2,158 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Orchard Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Orchard Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Orchard Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Orchard Elementary a charter school?
No, Orchard Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Orchard Elementary a Title I school?
No, Orchard Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Orchard Elementary?
50.9% of students at Orchard Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 760
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.7%
- Phone
- (408) 944-0388
Resources & Links
District
Orchard Elementary- District Enrollment
- 760
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,421
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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