Serving 352 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Orchard Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Orchard Elementary School's student population of 352 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Orchard Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#22 out of 2201 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
15%
34%
Black
1%
15%
White
59%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Elementary School's ranking?
Orchard Elementary School is ranked #22 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Orchard Elementary School often compared to?
Orchard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridge Elementary School, Travell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Orchard Elementary School?
352 students attend Orchard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Orchard Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orchard Elementary School?
Orchard Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Orchard Elementary School offer ?
Orchard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orchard Elementary School part of?
Orchard Elementary School is part of Ridgewood Public School District.
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