Dos Palos Elementary vs Orchard Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 82 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dos Palos Elementary
Dos Palos · Public elementary · Grades K–2
579 students
Orchard Elementary
Modesto · Public elementary · Grades K–5
579 students
| Measure | Dos Palos Elementary Dos Palos, California | Orchard Elementary Modesto, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4978 of 5,693 | #3287 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47682 of 50,301 | #38227 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 579 | 579 |
| Enrollment | 579 | 579 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.1% | 70.1% |
| Students per teacher | 23.2 | 20.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 41% |
| Math proficiency | – | 35% |
| city | Dos Palos | Modesto |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Orchard Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.5 vs 14.9).
- •Orchard Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.1% vs 88.1%).
- •Orchard Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.7 vs 23.2).
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 Dos Palos Elementary better than Orchard Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Orchard Elementary ranks higher (30.5 vs 14.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Dos Palos Elementary and Orchard Elementary?
About 82 km in a straight line, between Dos Palos and Modesto in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dos Palos Elementary: 579. Orchard Elementary: 579. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dos Palos Elementary and Orchard Elementary rank in California?
Dos Palos Elementary is 4978th of 5,693 and Orchard Elementary is 3287th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).