Excellent
#149 of 990 schools in CT
Top 15% in state
Orchard Hill School
Elementary School · South Windsor School District
380 Foster St., South Windsor, CT 06074
Enrollment
641
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
641
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#149 of 990
In South Windsor
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
South Windsor School District
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Orchard Hill School
Elementary School in South Windsor · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Orchard Hill School
Orchard Hill School is a public elementary school in South Windsor, CT, part of South Windsor School District. Orchard Hill School serves approximately 641 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Orchard Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #149 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Orchard Hill School show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- CT avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Orchard Hill School — Students at Orchard Hill School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Orchard Hill School Compares
See how Orchard Hill School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
380 Foster St., South Windsor, CT 06074
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Orchard Hill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Philip R. Smith School (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Windermere School (rated 8.1/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Ellington), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Skinner Road School (rated 7.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Vernon), with a comparable rating. For more schools in South Windsor, see our South Windsor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Timothy Edwards School South Windsor | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Philip R. Smith School South Windsor | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| South Windsor High School South Windsor | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Keeney School Manchester | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| COMMUNITY CHILD GUIDANCE CLINIC Manchester | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Manchester | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Eli Terry School South Windsor | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Skinner Road School Vernon | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| THE CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Manchester | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Bowers School Manchester | 3.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Illing Middle School Manchester | 3.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Waddell School Manchester | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Manchester High School Manchester | 3.3 mi | 5.0 |
| CLINICAL DAY SCHOOL - MANCHESTER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Manchester | 3.3 mi | — |
| Buckley School Manchester | 3.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Windermere School Ellington | 3.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Rockville High School Vernon | 3.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Odyssey Community School Manchester | 3.5 mi | 4.8 |
| ST JAMES SCHOOL Manchester | 4.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Howell Cheney Technical High School Manchester | 3.8 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06074 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$143,025
Median Home Value
$354,500
Median Rent
$1,679/mo
Population
26,820
College Educated
59%
Homeownership
84.4%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
40.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Middlebrook School Trumbull, CT | 8.5 |
| North Stonington Elementary School North Stonington, CT | 8.5 |
| Oliver Ellsworth School Windsor, CT | 8.5 |
| Aiken School West Hartford, CT | 8.4 |
| Central School Simsbury, CT | 8.6 |
| Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy North Windham, CT | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Orchard Hill School
What grades does Orchard Hill School serve?
Orchard Hill School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Orchard Hill School?
Orchard Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 641 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Orchard Hill School?
The student-teacher ratio at Orchard Hill School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Orchard Hill School rank in CT?
Orchard Hill School ranks #149 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Orchard Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?
Orchard Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Hill School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Orchard Hill School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Orchard Hill School a charter school?
No, Orchard Hill School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Orchard Hill School a Title I school?
No, Orchard Hill School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Orchard Hill School?
18.1% of students at Orchard Hill School 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 641
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 1
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.3%
- Phone
- (860) 648-5015
Resources & Links
District
South Windsor School District- District Enrollment
- 5,022
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,190
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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