Very Good
#3414 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 36% in state
Orchard Elementary
Elementary School · Vacaville Unified
805 North Orchard Ave., Vacaville, CA 95688
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Vacaville
#4 of 19
public schools
California elementary schools
#2,233 of 5,817
In district
#4 of 16
Vacaville Unified
Equity
7.4 / 10
Strong
About Orchard Elementary
Orchard Elementary serves 415 students in kindergarten through sixth grade in Vacaville, California. Located at 805 North Orchard Avenue, this regular public school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 20.8:1 with 20 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. The school demonstrates solid academic performance with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2284 out of 9566 California elementary schools, placing it in the 76th percentile statewide.
Students show respectable achievement levels with 54% meeting or exceeding proficiency standards in English Language Arts and 51% in mathematics across all grade levels tested. Orchard Elementary sits in the heart of Vacaville's 95688 ZIP code, an area characterized by economic stability and family-oriented living. The surrounding neighborhood reflects a strong community foundation, with a median household income of $116,699 and a median home value of $638,100.
About one-third of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while the poverty rate remains relatively low at 7.1% among the ZIP code's 40,147 residents. The school operates within Vacaville's mid-size suburban environment, offering students the benefits of a close-knit community setting while maintaining access to the educational resources and opportunities that come with a well-established public school district.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Orchard Elementary is 20.8:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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Orchard Elementary — Students at Orchard Elementary score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 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: 7.1/10.
How Orchard Elementary Compares
See how Orchard Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 55% (2019) to 50.88% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 55% (2019) to 53.1% (2024).
Location
805 North Orchard Ave., Vacaville, CA 95688
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Orchard Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE ACADEMY OF 21ST CENTURY LEARNING (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Browns Valley Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BETHANY LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Vacaville, see our Vacaville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hemlock Elementary Vacaville | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Willis Jepson Middle Vacaville | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Vacaville High Vacaville | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Browns Valley Elementary Vacaville | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Alamo Elementary Vacaville | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Edwin Markham Elementary Vacaville | 1.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Shereene Wilkerson Academy of Excellence Vacaville | 1.6 mi | — |
| Buckingham Collegiate Charter Academy Vacaville | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Kairos Public Vacaville | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Ernest Kimme Charter Academy Vacaville | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Will C. Wood High Vacaville | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Eugene Padan Elementary Vacaville | 2.8 mi | 3.0 |
| VACAVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Vacaville | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| THE ACADEMY OF 21ST CENTURY LEARNING Vacaville | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| VACAVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Vacaville | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| BETHANY LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vacaville | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Fairmont Charter Elementary Vacaville | 3.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Stetson Academy Vacaville | 3.4 mi | — |
| NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Vacaville | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Vaca Pena Middle Vacaville | 3.4 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95688 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,791
Median Home Value
$657,400
Median Rent
$2,063/mo
Population
39,216
College Educated
34.1%
Homeownership
71.1%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
40
Community Profile
The community surrounding Orchard Elementary has a median household income of $115,791. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $657,400, with a median rent of $2,063/month. The local poverty rate of 7.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Academy of Technology & Leadership at Saticoy Ventura, CA | 7.0 |
| Accelerated Charter Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 7.0 |
| Aeolian Elementary Whittier, CA | 7.0 |
| Arroyo Elementary Pomona, CA | 7.0 |
| Bayside STEAM Academy Imperial Beach, CA | 7.0 |
| Belle Air Elementary San Bruno, CA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Orchard Elementary
What grades does Orchard Elementary serve?
Orchard Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Orchard Elementary?
Orchard Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Orchard Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Orchard Elementary is 20.8:1. 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 is ranked #3414 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Orchard Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Orchard Elementary has a composite rating of 7.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Orchard Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Orchard Elementary has 51.7% math proficiency and 53.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
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?
31.1% 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,054/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Vacaville). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 415
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Solano County
- Phone
- (707) 453-6255
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Vacaville Unified- District Enrollment
- 12,708
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,223
- District Rank
- #4 of 16
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