Serving 1,351 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Orchard Hills ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Hills ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Orchard Hills's student population of 1,351 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Orchard Hills ranks within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Hills is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#840 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
63%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
18%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Hills's ranking?
Orchard Hills is ranked #840 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Orchard Hills?
1,351 students attend Orchard Hills.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Orchard Hills students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orchard Hills?
Orchard Hills has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Orchard Hills offer ?
Orchard Hills offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Orchard Hills part of?
Orchard Hills is part of Tustin Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Orchard Hills located?
Orchard Hills is located in the Stonegate neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Stonegate.
School Calendar
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Date
Last day of School
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
First day of School
August 14, 2024 (Wednesday)
Last day of School
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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