Serving 356 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Otis Orchards School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington 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 Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Otis Orchards School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Otis Orchards School's student population of 356 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Otis Orchards School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Otis Orchards School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1149 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
4%
5%
White
76%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Otis Orchards School's ranking?
Otis Orchards School is ranked #1149 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Otis Orchards School often compared to?
Otis Orchards Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Lake Elementary School, East Farms Steam 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 41% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Otis Orchards School?
356 students attend Otis Orchards School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Otis Orchards School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Otis Orchards School?
Otis Orchards School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Otis Orchards School offer ?
Otis Orchards School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Otis Orchards School part of?
Otis Orchards School is part of East Valley School District (Spokane).
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