Northridge School vs Orchard School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Utah, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northridge School
Orem · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
397 students
Orchard School
Orem · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
625 students
| Measure | Northridge School Orem, Utah | Orchard School Orem, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #201 of 580 | #202 of 580 |
| National rank | #18484 of 50,301 | #18485 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 397 | 625 |
| Enrollment | 397 | 625 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16.9% | 28.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | 26.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 54% |
| city | Orem | Orem |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (59.6 vs 59.6).
- •Orchard School does better on math proficiency (54% vs 48%).
- •Orchard School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 55%).
- •Northridge School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.9% vs 28.2%).
- •Northridge School does better on students per teacher (18.9 vs 26.0).
- •Orchard School is the larger school with 625 students compared with 397.
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 Northridge School better than Orchard School?
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 Northridge School and Orchard School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Orem and Orem in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northridge School: 397. Orchard School: 625. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northridge School and Orchard School rank in Utah?
Northridge School is 201st of 580 and Orchard School is 202nd of 580 among elementary schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).