Alpha Technology Middle vs Orchard Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 4.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alpha Technology Middle
Elverta · Public middle · Grades 6–8
59 students
Orchard Elementary
Rio Linda · Public elementary · Grades K–6
366 students
| Measure | Alpha Technology Middle Elverta, California | Orchard Elementary Rio Linda, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #4178 of 5,693 |
| National rank | – | #43799 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 59 | 366 |
| Enrollment | 59 | 366 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.2% | 75.1% |
| Students per teacher | 29.5 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 24.5% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 27% |
| city | Elverta | Rio Linda |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (21.8 vs 21.7).
- •Orchard Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 5%).
- •Orchard Elementary does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 24.5%).
- •Alpha Technology Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.2% vs 75.1%).
- •Orchard Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.9 vs 29.5).
- •Orchard Elementary is the larger school with 366 students compared with 59.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Alpha Technology Middle better than Orchard Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Alpha Technology Middle and Orchard Elementary?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Elverta and Rio Linda in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alpha Technology Middle: 59. Orchard Elementary: 366. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alpha Technology Middle and Orchard Elementary rank in California?
Alpha Technology Middle is unranked and Orchard Elementary is 4178th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).