Orchard Hills Elementary

Orchard Hills Elementary serves 526 students in grades 2 through 3 in Norwalk, Iowa, operating as a regular public school in Warren County's large suburban setting. With 35 full-time equivalent teachers maintaining a 15.0:1 student-teacher ratio, the school provides focused attention in smaller class environments. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.1 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking #168 out of 1,288 Iowa schools, placing it in the 87th percentile statewide.

Students show particularly impressive mathematical skills, with 84% achieving proficiency or above, while 70% meet or exceed proficiency standards in English Language Arts and reading. Orchard Hills Elementary benefits from its location in an affluent suburban community where the median household income reaches $95,095 and median home values average $276,100. The surrounding area reflects educational priorities, with 37% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a low poverty rate of just 5.0%.

The school's specialized focus on grades 2 and 3 allows for targeted instruction during these foundational elementary years, contributing to its solid academic outcomes. Located at 1130 W North Avenue, Orchard Hills Elementary serves families in a thriving suburban community that values education and provides strong support for student achievement.