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Orchard Park
Elementary School · Antioch Unified
5150 Live Oak Ave., Oakley, CA 94561
Enrollment
750
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
750
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,070 of 9,539
In Oakley
#4 of 11
public schools
In district
#7 of 25
Antioch Unified
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Orchard Park
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About Orchard Park
Orchard Park is a public elementary school in Oakley, CA, part of Antioch Unified. Orchard Park serves approximately 750 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 22.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Orchard Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,070 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Orchard Park show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 4.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Orchard Park runs 22.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
38% of students at Orchard Park 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 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 36 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: 4.7/10.
How Orchard Park Compares
See how Orchard Park 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
5150 Live Oak Ave., Oakley, CA 94561
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Orchard Park may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomas Gaines Virtual Academy (rated 8.1/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Antioch), which scores notably higher. Another option is Almond Grove Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GOLDEN HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Brentwood), 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 | 4.6 |
| Oakley Elementary Oakley | 1.4 mi | 3.1 |
| Almond Grove Elementary Oakley | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Laurel Elementary Oakley | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Successful Independent Study High School Antioch | 1.9 mi | — |
| O'Hara Park Middle Oakley | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Grant Elementary Antioch | 1.8 mi | 3.2 |
| New Light Education Antioch | 2.3 mi | — |
| Carmen Dragon Elementary Antioch | 2.5 mi | 3.7 |
| 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 | 8.1 |
| GOLDEN HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brentwood | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Black Diamond Middle Antioch | 2.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Heritage Baptist Academy Antioch | 3.1 mi | — |
| HERITAGE BAPTIST ACADEMY Antioch | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Pioneer Elementary Brentwood | 3.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Jack London Elementary Antioch | 2.8 mi | 3.7 |
| 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
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| Allan Orrenmaa Elementary Riverside, CA | 5.1 |
| Alta Vista Elementary Porterville, CA | 5.1 |
| Antelope Meadows Elementary Antelope, CA | 5.1 |
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 ranks #7,070 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Orchard Park's MySchoolScout rating?
Orchard Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Park?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Orchard Park has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.4%
- Phone
- (925) 779-7445
Resources & Links
District
Antioch Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,034
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,933
- District Rank
- #7 of 25
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