Orchard Elementary vs White Bluffs Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Orchard Elementary
Richland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
594 students
White Bluffs Elementary School
Richland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
653 students
| Measure | Orchard Elementary Richland, Washington | White Bluffs Elementary School Richland, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #200 of 1,154 | #149 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #6958 of 50,301 | #5450 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 594 | 653 |
| Enrollment | 594 | 653 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.4% | 27.7% |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 79% |
| city | Richland | Richland |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •White Bluffs Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.2 vs 76.6).
- •White Bluffs Elementary School does better on math proficiency (79% vs 74%).
- •White Bluffs Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 74%).
- •Orchard Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.4% vs 27.7%).
- •White Bluffs Elementary School is the larger school with 653 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 Orchard Elementary better than White Bluffs Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), White Bluffs Elementary School ranks higher (79.2 vs 76.6 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 White Bluffs Elementary School?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Richland and Richland in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Orchard Elementary: 594. White Bluffs Elementary School: 653. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Orchard Elementary and White Bluffs Elementary School rank in Washington?
Orchard Elementary is 200th of 1,154 and White Bluffs Elementary School is 149th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).