Serving 405 students in grades 6-8, Orchard Middle 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 20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Orchard Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
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Orchard Middle School's student population of 405 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
Orchard Middle 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 Orchard Middle School is 0.47, 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
#1848 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
65%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
33%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Orchard Middle School's ranking?
Orchard Middle School is ranked #1848 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Orchard Middle School often compared to?
Orchard Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pioneer Middle School, Foothills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Orchard Middle School?
405 students attend Orchard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Orchard Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orchard Middle School?
Orchard Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Orchard Middle School offer ?
Orchard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orchard Middle School part of?
Orchard Middle School is part of Wenatchee School District.
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