Douglas T. Orchard School vs Whittier School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Utah, United States, 1.7 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
Whittier School
West Valley City · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
492 students
| Measure | Douglas T. Orchard School West Valley City, Utah | Whittier School West Valley City, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #488 of 580 | #526 of 580 |
| National rank | #37783 of 50,301 | #40623 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 411 | 492 |
| Enrollment | 411 | 492 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.9% | 41.1% |
| Students per teacher | 21.6 | 18.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 25% |
| city | West Valley City | West Valley City |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Douglas T. Orchard School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.1 vs 26.7).
- •Douglas T. Orchard School does better on math proficiency (36% vs 25%).
- •Douglas T. Orchard School does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 21%).
- •Whittier School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.1% vs 48.9%).
- •Whittier School does better on students per teacher (18.9 vs 21.6).
- •Whittier School is the larger school with 492 students compared with 411.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Douglas T. Orchard School better than Whittier School?
On the Success Index (US), Douglas T. Orchard School ranks higher (31.1 vs 26.7 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 Douglas T. Orchard School and Whittier School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between West Valley City and West Valley City in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Douglas T. Orchard School: 411. Whittier School: 492. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Douglas T. Orchard School and Whittier School rank in Utah?
Douglas T. Orchard School is 488th of 580 and Whittier School is 526th of 580 among elementary schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).