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Orchard Elementary

Sylvan Union Elementary · Stanislaus County · 1800 Wisdom Way, Modesto, CA 95355-8836

(209) 552-3100

5/10
#3276
Rank 3276 out of 5,722
Top 57%
English Language Arts4/10 · #3655 · 36th percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #3000 · 48th percentile
Science5/10 · #3164 · 44th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Orchard Elementary sits in Modesto's east side, part of the Sylvan Union district, which has a solid reputation for consistency across its schools. Families here tend to be rooted in the community, and the school reflects that steady, neighborhood feel — not flashy, but dependable. Modesto itself is a Central Valley city with a lower cost of living than much of California, making it a practical choice for families who want more space and a slower pace without straying too far from the Bay Area or Sacramento.

Student Demographics

253 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
140 (55%)
White
57 (23%)
Multiple Races
18 (7%)
African American
12 (5%)
Asian
11 (4%)
Pacific Islander
4 (2%)
Filipino
4 (2%)
Other
7 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners44 (17%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged188 (74%)
Students with Disabilities38 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

579
Enrollment
30.2
Teachers (FTE)
19.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
20.9
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 Programs5/10 · #3118 · 48th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found