Douglas T. Orchard School vs Parkside School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Utah, United States, 51 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Douglas T. Orchard School
West Valley City · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
411 students
Parkside School
Clinton · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
408 students
| Measure | Douglas T. Orchard School West Valley City, Utah | Parkside School Clinton, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #488 of 580 | #145 of 580 |
| National rank | #37783 of 50,301 | #16201 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 411 | 408 |
| Enrollment | 411 | 408 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.9% | 24.3% |
| Students per teacher | 21.6 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 58% |
| city | West Valley City | Clinton |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Parkside School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.9 vs 31.1).
- •Parkside School does better on math proficiency (58% vs 36%).
- •Parkside School does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 30%).
- •Parkside School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.3% vs 48.9%).
- •Parkside School does better on students per teacher (19.4 vs 21.6).
- •Douglas T. Orchard School is the larger school with 411 students compared with 408.
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 Douglas T. Orchard School better than Parkside School?
On the Success Index (US), Parkside School ranks higher (62.9 vs 31.1 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 Douglas T. Orchard School and Parkside School?
About 51 km in a straight line, between West Valley City and Clinton in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Douglas T. Orchard School: 411. Parkside School: 408. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Douglas T. Orchard School and Parkside School rank in Utah?
Douglas T. Orchard School is 488th of 580 and Parkside School is 145th of 580 among elementary schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).