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Orangethorpe Elementary

Fullerton Elementary · Orange County · 1400 South Brookhurst Road, Fullerton, CA 92833-4493

(714) 447-7730 · www.fullertonsd.org/orangethorpe

4/10
#3957
Rank 3957 out of 5,722
Top 69%
English Language Arts4/10 · #3653 · 36th percentile
Mathematics3/10 · #4449 · 22nd percentile
Science5/10 · #3331 · 41st percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Orangethorpe Elementary sits in the western edge of Fullerton, a city that blends suburban comfort with a lively downtown and strong community pride. The school serves a neighborhood where many families are putting down roots, and while test scores currently sit below the district average, there's a solid foundation here with a range of programs and a diverse student body that reflects the broader community. Families who value proximity, community ties, and a school with room to grow may find Orangethorpe a comfortable fit, particularly those drawn to Fullerton's accessible parks, local dining, and relatively affordable pockets compared to surrounding Orange County cities.

Student Demographics

243 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
196 (81%)
White
22 (9%)
Asian
13 (5%)
Multiple Races
8 (3%)
Other
4 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners106 (44%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged210 (86%)
Students with Disabilities63 (26%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

489
Enrollment
26.3
Teachers (FTE)
18.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
16
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs9/10 · #1147 · 81st percentile

211 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found