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#6183 of 9,533 schools in CA
Orchard Park
Elementary School · Antioch Unified
5150 Live Oak Ave., Oakley, CA 94561
Enrollment
750
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
750
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Oakley
#6 of 11
public schools
California elementary schools
#3,694 of 5,817
In district
#13 of 25
Antioch Unified
About Orchard Park
Orchard Park serves kindergarten through eighth grade students in Oakley, a large suburban community in Contra Costa County. The school enrolls 750 students with a student-teacher ratio of 22.1:1 and a full-time teaching staff of 34 educators. Academically, Orchard Park is working to strengthen student performance.
Math proficiency stands at 23 percent, while English language arts and reading proficiency reaches 39 percent across grade levels. The school's academic score of 4.6 out of 10 reflects opportunities for growth, placing it at the 43rd percentile among California schools. With focused efforts on curriculum and instruction, Orchard Park continues to develop its students' foundational skills.
Located at 5150 Live Oak Avenue, Orchard Park sits in Oakley's suburban setting, where families can access a neighborhood school serving the local community's youngest learners through middle-grade students.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Orchard Park is 22.1:1, 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 Park — Students at Orchard Park score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 16 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.
How Orchard Park Compares
See how Orchard Park performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 30% (2019) to 22.4% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 43% (2019) to 38.83% (2024).
Location
5150 Live Oak Ave., Oakley, CA 94561
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Orchard Park may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vintage Parkway Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carmen Dragon Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Antioch), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Grant Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Antioch), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Oakley, see our Oakley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Vintage Parkway Elementary Oakley | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Oakley Elementary Oakley | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Almond Grove Elementary Oakley | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Laurel Elementary Oakley | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Successful Independent Study High School Antioch | 1.9 mi | — |
| O'Hara Park Middle Oakley | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Grant Elementary Antioch | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| New Light Education Antioch | 2.3 mi | — |
| Carmen Dragon Elementary Antioch | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Freedom High Oakley | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Cornerstone Christian School Antioch | 2.1 mi | — |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Antioch | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Thomas Gaines Virtual Academy Antioch | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| GOLDEN HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brentwood | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Black Diamond Middle Antioch | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Heritage Baptist Academy Antioch | 3.1 mi | — |
| HERITAGE BAPTIST ACADEMY Antioch | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Pioneer Elementary Brentwood | 3.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Jack London Elementary Antioch | 2.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Bolling Thompson Academy Oakley | 2.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94561 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,859
Median Home Value
$632,100
Median Rent
$1,982/mo
Population
45,386
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
76.1%
Avg Commute
41.9 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
36.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Orchard Park has a median household income of $130,859. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $632,100, with a median rent of $1,982/month. The local poverty rate of 7.0% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 42 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Paramount, CA | 5.7 |
| Alicia Cortez Elementary Chino, CA | 5.7 |
| Ansgar Larsen Elementary Oxnard, CA | 5.7 |
| Arroyo Verde Elementary Highland, CA | 5.7 |
| Berenda Elementary Madera, CA | 5.7 |
| Bethany Elementary Mountain House, CA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Orchard Park
What grades does Orchard Park serve?
Orchard Park serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Orchard Park?
Orchard Park has an enrollment of approximately 750 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Orchard Park?
The student-teacher ratio at Orchard Park is 22.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Orchard Park rank in CA?
Orchard Park is ranked #6183 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Orchard Park's MySchoolScout rating?
Orchard Park has a composite rating of 5.7 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 Park?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Orchard Park has 23.5% math proficiency and 38.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Orchard Park a charter school?
No, Orchard Park is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Orchard Park a Title I school?
No, Orchard Park is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Orchard Park?
70.4% of students at Orchard Park 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
- Elevated (1,121/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Oakley). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 750
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Phone
- (925) 779-7445
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Antioch Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,034
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,933
- District Rank
- #13 of 25
How We Rate Schools
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