Below Average
#1416 of 1,851 schools in VA
Orange Elementary
Elementary School · Orange County Public Schools
230 Montevista Avenue, Orange, VA 22960
Enrollment
644
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
644
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,416 of 1,851
In Orange
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
Orange County Public Schools
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Orange Elementary
Elementary School in Orange · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Orange Elementary
Orange Elementary is a public elementary school in Orange, VA, part of Orange County Public Schools. Orange Elementary serves approximately 644 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Orange Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,416 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Orange Elementary show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- VA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Orange Elementary — Students at Orange Elementary score 70% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.5/10.
How Orange Elementary Compares
See how Orange Elementary 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
230 Montevista Avenue, Orange, VA 22960
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Orange Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Trevilians Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Louisa), which scores notably higher. Another option is A.G. Richardson Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Culpeper), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gordon-Barbour Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Gordonsville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orange, see our Orange schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Prospect Heights Middle Orange | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Orange County High Orange | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| WOODBERRY FOREST SCHOOL Woodberry Forest | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| HARTLAND DAY ACADEMY Rapidan | 6.1 mi | — |
| Gordon-Barbour Elementary Gordonsville | 8.6 mi | 6.4 |
| OAK GROVE MENNONITE SCHOOL Aroda | 8.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Unionville Elementary Unionville | 8.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Lightfoot Elementary Unionville | 8.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Trevilians Elementary Louisa | 12.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Madison Primary Madison | 11.0 mi | 5.4 |
| William H. Wetsel Middle Madison | 11.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Madison County High Madison | 11.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Waverly Yowell Elementary Madison | 11.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Pearl Sample Elementary Culpeper | 14.8 mi | 5.3 |
| A.G. Richardson Elementary Culpeper | 14.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Farmington Elementary Culpeper | 15.5 mi | 3.9 |
| KEYS ACADEMY - CULPEPER Culpeper | 15.3 mi | — |
| Galbreath-Marshall Building Culpeper | 16.3 mi | — |
| Yowell Elementary Culpeper | 17.3 mi | 4.3 |
| CULPEPER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Culpeper | 17.3 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22960 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,081
Median Home Value
$274,700
Median Rent
$1,085/mo
Population
10,877
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
65.2%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
41.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Centre Ridge Elementary Centreville, VA | 4.8 |
| Fort Belvoir Elementary Fort Belvoir, VA | 4.8 |
| John C. Myers Elementary Broadway, VA | 4.8 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary Woodbridge, VA | 4.8 |
| Samuel W. Tucker Elementary Alexandria, VA | 4.8 |
| Virginia Avenue Charlotte Dehart Elementary Winchester, VA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Orange Elementary
What grades does Orange Elementary serve?
Orange Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Orange Elementary?
Orange Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 644 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Orange Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Orange Elementary is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Orange Elementary rank in VA?
Orange Elementary ranks #1,416 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Orange Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Orange Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Orange Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Orange Elementary has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Orange Elementary a charter school?
No, Orange Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Orange Elementary a Title I school?
No, Orange Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Orange Elementary?
58.2% of students at Orange 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 644
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.8%
- Phone
- (540) 661-4450
Resources & Links
District
Orange County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 5,076
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,297
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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