Carmichael Middle School vs Orchard Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 4.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carmichael Middle School
Richland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
791 students
Orchard Elementary
Richland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
594 students
| Measure | Carmichael Middle School Richland, Washington | Orchard Elementary Richland, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #241 of 363 | #200 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #8866 of 15,369 | #6958 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 791 | 594 |
| Enrollment | 791 | 594 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.6% | 24.4% |
| Students per teacher | 20.8 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 74% |
| city | Richland | Richland |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Orchard Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.6 vs 44.3).
- •Orchard Elementary does better on math proficiency (74% vs 39%).
- •Orchard Elementary does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 49%).
- •Orchard Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.4% vs 49.6%).
- •Orchard Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.8 vs 20.8).
- •Carmichael Middle School is the larger school with 791 students compared with 594.
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 Carmichael Middle School better than Orchard Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Orchard Elementary ranks higher (76.6 vs 44.3 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 Carmichael Middle School and Orchard Elementary?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Richland and Richland in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carmichael Middle School: 791. Orchard Elementary: 594. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carmichael Middle School and Orchard Elementary rank in Washington?
Carmichael Middle School is 241st of 363 and Orchard Elementary is 200th of 1,154 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).