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#813 of 1,015 schools in UT

Douglas T. Orchard School

Elementary School · Granite District

6744 W 3800 S, West Valley City, UT 84128

Enrollment

465

Student-Teacher

19.4:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#813 of 1,015

In West Valley City

#20 of 35

public schools

In district

#46 of 84

Granite District

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Douglas T. Orchard School

4.9/10

Elementary School in West Valley City · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Douglas T. Orchard School

Douglas T. Orchard School is a public elementary school in West Valley City, UT, part of Granite District. Douglas T.

Orchard School serves approximately 465 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Douglas T. Orchard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #813 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Douglas T. Orchard School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • UT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

44% of students at Douglas T. Orchard School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.8% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21.6% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency20% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected-7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,000
Chronic Absenteeism43.7%

Douglas T. Orchard School — Students at Douglas T. Orchard School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 36.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 29 test records from UT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
64%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
60%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
26%
ELA
20%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
25%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
19%
ELA
25%
2025
Math
18.8%
ELA
21.6%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Douglas T. Orchard School Compares

See how Douglas T. Orchard School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
20th percentile in UT
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6744 W 3800 S, West Valley City, UT 84128

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Douglas T. Orchard School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Neil Armstrong Academy (rated 7.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby West Valley), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Valley School (rated 6.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Esperanza School (rated 6.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Valley City, see our West Valley City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Gearld Wright School Salt Lake City 1.0 mi 4.9
Hunter Jr High West Valley City 0.8 mi 4.0
Lake Ridge School Magna 1.1 mi 3.2
Whittier School West Valley City 1.0 mi 5.0
West Valley School West Valley City 1.3 mi 6.9
Copper Hills School Magna 1.1 mi 5.0
Hillside School West Valley City 1.3 mi 5.4
Scott M Matheson Jr High Magna 1.4 mi 3.5
Ascent Academies of Utah - West Valley West Valley City 1.4 mi 6.7
Entheos Academy Magna Magna 1.7 mi 5.4
Hunter High West Valley City 1.6 mi 4.6
Wallace Stegner Academy West Valley West Valley City 1.8 mi 5.2
Hunter School West Valley City 2.0 mi 4.6
Valley Crest School West Valley City 2.1 mi 3.1
Silver Hills School Kearns 2.5 mi 4.3
Pleasant Green School Magna 2.2 mi 3.6
Neil Armstrong Academy West Valley 2.5 mi 7.2
Esperanza School West Valley City 2.3 mi 6.8
Magna School Magna 2.4 mi 2.5
Elk Run Elementary Magna 2.4 mi 3.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,286

Median Home Value

$404,600

Median Rent

$1,838/mo

Population

32,072

College Educated

16.7%

Homeownership

88.4%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

30.7

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Gearld Wright School Salt Lake City, UT 4.9
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Mckinley School Tremonton, UT 4.9
Open Classroom Salt Lake City, UT 4.9
Sandstone School St. George, UT 4.9
Sunset School Sunset, UT 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Douglas T. Orchard School

What grades does Douglas T. Orchard School serve?

Douglas T. Orchard School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Douglas T. Orchard School?

Douglas T. Orchard School has an enrollment of approximately 465 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Douglas T. Orchard School?

The student-teacher ratio at Douglas T. Orchard School is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Douglas T. Orchard School rank in UT?

Douglas T. Orchard School ranks #813 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is Douglas T. Orchard School's MySchoolScout rating?

Douglas T. Orchard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Douglas T. Orchard School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Douglas T. Orchard School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Douglas T. Orchard School a charter school?

No, Douglas T. Orchard School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Douglas T. Orchard School a Title I school?

No, Douglas T. Orchard School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Douglas T. Orchard School?

61.3% of students at Douglas T. Orchard 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Salt Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.7%

District

Granite District
District Enrollment
60,270
Schools in District
86
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,000
District Rank
#46 of 84

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