Serving 395 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Orchard Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Orchard Park Elementary School's student population of 395 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Today we learn. Tomorrow we lead.
School Rankings
Orchard Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Park Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#782 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
7%
31%
White
88%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Park Elementary School's ranking?
Orchard Park Elementary School is ranked #782 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Orchard Park Elementary School often compared to?
Orchard Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westminster Elementary School, Fair-oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Orchard Park Elementary School?
395 students attend Orchard Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Orchard Park Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orchard Park Elementary School?
Orchard Park Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Orchard Park Elementary School offer ?
Orchard Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Orchard Park Elementary School part of?
Orchard Park Elementary School is part of Oconee 01 School District.
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