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Orick Elementary
Elementary School · Orick Elementary
PO Box 128, Orick, CA 95555
Enrollment
10
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
10
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Orick Elementary
Orick Elementary is a public elementary school in Orick, CA, part of the Orick Elementary. The school serves approximately 10 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th. Students demonstrate 18% proficiency in math and 37% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $43,250, where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 10 students, Orick Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Orick Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 10 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- PO Box 128, Orick, CA 95555
- Website
- orickschool.org
- Phone
- (707) 488-2821
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 25% (2019) to 10% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 25% (2019) to 49.5% (2021).
Location
PO Box 128, Orick, CA 95555
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Orick Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Trinidad Union (rated 7.9/10, 16.3 miles away, in nearby Trinidad). Another option is Fieldbrook Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 22.9 miles away, in nearby Mckinleyville). Additionally, Pacific Union Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 27.1 miles away, in nearby Arcata). For more schools in Orick, see our Orick schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 28.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Big Lagoon Elementary Trinidad | 9.7 mi | — |
| Jack Norton Elementary Hoopa | 10.9 mi | — |
| Trinidad Union Trinidad | 16.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Margaret Keating Elementary Klamath | 18.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Dow's Prairie Elementary Mckinleyville | 21.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Green Point Elementary Blue Lake | 20.9 mi | — |
| Fieldbrook Elementary Mckinleyville | 22.9 mi | 7.7 |
| McKinleyville High Mckinleyville | 23.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Mad River High (Continuation) Mckinleyville | 23.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Morris Elementary Mckinleyville | 23.4 mi | 6.1 |
| McKinleyville Middle Mckinleyville | 23.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Seaforth Montessori Mckinleyville | 24.0 mi | — |
| Weitchpec Elementary Hoopa | 20.0 mi | — |
| SIX RIVERS MONTESSORI Arcata | 26.7 mi | — |
| Laurel Tree Charter Arcata | 26.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Pacific Union Elementary Arcata | 27.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Arcata Elementary Arcata | 28.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Blue Lake Union Elementary Blue Lake | 28.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Fuente Nueva Charter Arcata | 28.2 mi | 5.0 |
| MAD RIVER MONTESSORI Arcata | 28.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95555 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,250
Median Home Value
$400,000
Median Rent
$732/mo
Population
349
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
52.6%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
47.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Orick Elementary has a median household income of $43,250. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $400,000, with a median rent of $732/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Orick Elementary
What grades does Orick Elementary serve?
Orick Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Orick Elementary?
Orick Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 10 students.
What are the test scores at Orick Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Orick Elementary has 17.5% math proficiency and 37.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Orick Elementary a charter school?
No, Orick Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Orick Elementary a Title I school?
No, Orick Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Orick Elementary?
100.0% of students at Orick 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
- County Safety
- Average (580/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Humboldt County
- Phone
- (707) 488-2821
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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