ORCHARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Orchard Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Sylvan Union Elementary school district, located in Modesto, CA with about 604 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 24 teachers, Orchard Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Orchard Elementary School, located at 1800 Wisdom Way in Modesto, California, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Modesto City Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. By focusing on a well-rounded curriculum, the school aims to prepare its diverse student population for the challenges of middle school and beyond, while encouraging active participation from the local community.

The campus culture at Orchard Elementary is centered on creating a safe and inclusive space where students are encouraged to pursue academic excellence and personal responsibility. Through a combination of traditional instruction and extracurricular opportunities, the school works to meet the varying needs of its students. As part of the broader Modesto educational community, Orchard Elementary emphasizes strong communication between educators, parents, and families to ensure that every student has the resources and guidance necessary to reach their full potential.

For more information, contact Orchard Elementary at (209) 552-3100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.