Serving 524 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Orchard Park Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orchard Park Academy's student population of 524 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
2019
School Rankings
Orchard Park Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Park Academy is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1415 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
83%
36%
Black
3%
5%
White
10%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pumas
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Park Academy's ranking?
Orchard Park Academy is ranked #1415 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Orchard Park Academy?
524 students attend Orchard Park Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Orchard Park Academy students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orchard Park Academy?
Orchard Park Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Orchard Park Academy offer ?
Orchard Park Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orchard Park Academy part of?
Orchard Park Academy is part of Westminster Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Orchard Park Academy located?
Orchard Park Academy is located in the South Westminster neighborhood of Denver, CO.
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