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Orchard Ridge Elementary School

5602 Russett Rd
Madison, WI 53711
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 247 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Orchard Ridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 247 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 59%
  • : Bottom 50% in WI
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Orchard Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Orchard Ridge Elementary School's student population of 247 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Go Dolphins!

School Rankings

Orchard Ridge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Ridge Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WI)
#1243 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
30-34%
40%
30-34%
38%
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
17%
14%
Black
25%
9%
White
41%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.73
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Orchard Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Orchard Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1243 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Orchard Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Orchard Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huegel Elementary School, Muir Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Orchard Ridge Elementary School?
247 students attend Orchard Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Orchard Ridge Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orchard Ridge Elementary School?
Orchard Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Orchard Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Orchard Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Orchard Ridge Elementary School part of?
Orchard Ridge Elementary School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.
In what neighborhood is Orchard Ridge Elementary School located?
Orchard Ridge Elementary School is located in the Orchard Ridge neighborhood of Madison, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Orchard Ridge.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 247 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 59%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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