Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Orchard Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orchard Hill Elementary School's student population of 452 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1904
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 3, 2026
School Rankings
Orchard Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Hill Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#432 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
76%
71%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Orchard Hill Elementary School is ranked #432 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Orchard Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Orchard Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Cedar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Orchard Hill Elementary School?
452 students attend Orchard Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Orchard Hill Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orchard Hill Elementary School?
Orchard Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Orchard Hill Elementary School offer ?
Orchard Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Orchard Hill Elementary School part of?
Orchard Hill Elementary School is part of Cedar Falls Comm School District.
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