Orchard School

orchard.alpinedistrict.org/

710 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 6th

School Overview

Orchard Elementary School, located in Orem, Utah, is a dedicated public school serving students within the Alpine School District. As a community-focused institution, it emphasizes a balanced educational environment that prioritizes academic achievement, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of a supportive learning culture. The school is committed to preparing its students for success by providing a structured curriculum and fostering a collaborative partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding neighborhood.

At the core of Orchard Elementary's philosophy is the goal of creating a safe and engaging atmosphere where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential. The school integrates modern teaching practices with a focus on core subjects, while also offering various programs and activities designed to enrich the overall educational experience. By maintaining strong communication with parents and actively participating in the Alpine School District’s broader educational initiatives, Orchard Elementary serves as a foundational pillar for children in the Orem area.

710

Total Students

28.0

Full-Time Teachers

25.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

24.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Orchard School
Demographic	Student Count
White	469
Hispanic	188
Black	2
Asian	7
Two or More	34
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	8

White
469 (66.1 %)
Hispanic
188 (26.5 %)
Two or More
34 (4.8 %)
Pacific Islander
8 (1.1 %)
Asian
7 (1.0 %)
Black
2 (0.3 %)
American Indian
2 (0.3 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Alpine District
Phone:	(801)610-8115
Website:	http://orchard.alpinedistrict.org/
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 6th
Total Students:	710
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	28.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	25.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	143
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	33

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 42

Kindergarten 75

Grade 1 107

Grade 2 107

Grade 3 98

Grade 4 97

Grade 5 90

Grade 6 94

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Orchard School
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	42
Kindergarten	75
Grade 1	107
Grade 2	107
Grade 3	98
Grade 4	97
Grade 5	90
Grade 6	94

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Orchard School
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	325	45.8%
Male	385	54.2%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)