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#1491 of 2,228 schools in WA
Orchard Middle School
Middle School · Wenatchee School District
1024 ORCHARD AVE, Wenatchee, WA 98801
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,491 of 2,228
In Wenatchee
#12 of 17
public schools
In district
#11 of 16
Wenatchee School District
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Orchard Middle School
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About Orchard Middle School
Orchard Middle School is a public middle school in Wenatchee, WA, part of Wenatchee School District. Orchard Middle School serves approximately 405 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Orchard Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,491 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Orchard Middle School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- WA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Orchard Middle 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
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Orchard Middle School — Students at Orchard Middle School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.
How Orchard Middle School Compares
See how Orchard Middle School 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
1024 ORCHARD AVE, Wenatchee, WA 98801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Orchard Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pinnacles Prep Charter School (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Foothills Middle School (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pioneer Middle School (rated 6.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wenatchee, see our Wenatchee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia Elementary School Wenatchee | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Skill Source Wenatchee | 0.5 mi | — |
| Open Doors Re-Engagement Wenatchee | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wenatchee | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Special Education School Wenatchee | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Washington Elementary School Wenatchee | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Chelan County Juvenile Detention Center Wenatchee | 0.6 mi | — |
| Lewis And Clark Elementary Sch Wenatchee | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL-WENATCHEE Wenatchee | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Pioneer Middle School Wenatchee | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| CHILDRENS GATE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wenatchee | 0.9 mi | — |
| Westside High School Wenatchee | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Valley Online Academy Wenatchee | 0.8 mi | 1.5 |
| Wenatchee High School Wenatchee | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| Foothills Middle School Wenatchee | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Pinnacles Prep Charter School Wenatchee | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| CASCADE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wenatchee | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| John Newbery Elementary Wenatchee | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| THE RIVER ACADEMY Wenatchee | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Wenatchee | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,768
Median Home Value
$429,700
Median Rent
$1,200/mo
Population
44,422
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
57.3%
Avg Commute
17.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
37.3
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| Jason Lee Middle School Vancouver, WA | 5.6 |
| Lincoln Middle School Clarkston, WA | 5.6 |
| Amboy Middle School Battle Ground, WA | 5.5 |
| Tukes Valley Middle School Battle Ground, WA | 5.5 |
| Centralia Middle School Centralia, WA | 5.7 |
| Endeavor Middle School Moses Lake, WA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Orchard Middle School
What grades does Orchard Middle School serve?
Orchard Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Orchard Middle School?
Orchard Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Orchard Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Orchard Middle School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Orchard Middle School rank in WA?
Orchard Middle School ranks #1,491 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Orchard Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Orchard Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Orchard Middle School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Orchard Middle School a charter school?
No, Orchard Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Orchard Middle School a Title I school?
No, Orchard Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Orchard Middle School?
79.3% of students at Orchard Middle 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 405
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Chelan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.7%
- Phone
- (509) 662-7745
Resources & Links
District
Wenatchee School District- District Enrollment
- 7,089
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,994
- District Rank
- #11 of 16
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