Orchard Ranch Elementary

Orchard Ranch Elementary is a well-regarded K-5 public school serving 732 students in the Roseville City Elementary district, consistently earning a 4-star rating and outperforming district and state averages in core subjects.

The school stands out for its remarkable consistency and its exceptional support for specific student groups, such as those in special education or from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, where it achieves some of the highest rankings in the state. A major success story is its dramatic improvement in student attendance, reducing chronic absenteeism from 23.7% to 8.1% in just three years, a rate lower than most nearby schools like Blue Oaks Elementary and Diamond Creek Elementary. Interestingly, Orchard Ranch achieves these strong results while spending less per student than many comparison schools, suggesting efficient use of resources.

When compared to peers, Orchard Ranch offers solid value within its high-performing district, though schools like Diamond Creek Elementary rank higher overall. It notably outperforms schools in neighboring districts such as Center Joint Unified. Parents should note that, like several area schools, there is a noticeable dip in 5th-grade math scores, indicating a common challenge. The school's population of students qualifying for meal assistance also dropped significantly recently, which may reflect changing community dynamics.