Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Orchard School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Orchard School's student population of 433 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Orchard School ranks within the top 10% of all 283 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard School is 0.51, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#16 out of 283 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
2%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
10%
3%
White
68%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard School's ranking?
Orchard School is ranked #16 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Orchard School often compared to?
Orchard Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rick Marcotte Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Orchard School?
433 students attend Orchard School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Orchard School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orchard School?
Orchard School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Orchard School offer ?
Orchard School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Orchard School part of?
Orchard School is part of South Burlington School District.
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