Orchard Elementary vs Rio Linda High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Orchard Elementary
Rio Linda · Public elementary · Grades K–6
366 students
Rio Linda High
Rio Linda · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,594 students
| Measure | Orchard Elementary Rio Linda, California | Rio Linda High Rio Linda, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4178 of 5,693 | #679 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #43799 of 50,301 | #11977 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 366 | 1,594 |
| Enrollment | 366 | 1,594 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.1% | 83% |
| Students per teacher | 22.9 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 32% |
| city | Rio Linda | Rio Linda |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rio Linda High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.0 vs 21.7).
- •Rio Linda High does better on math proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Rio Linda High does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 34%).
- •Orchard Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.1% vs 83%).
- •Rio Linda High does better on students per teacher (20.4 vs 22.9).
- •Rio Linda High is the larger school with 1,594 students compared with 366.
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 Orchard Elementary better than Rio Linda High?
On the Success Index (US), Rio Linda High ranks higher (36.0 vs 21.7 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 Orchard Elementary and Rio Linda High?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Rio Linda and Rio Linda in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Orchard Elementary: 366. Rio Linda High: 1,594. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Orchard Elementary and Rio Linda High rank in California?
Orchard Elementary is 4178th of 5,693 and Rio Linda High is 679th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).