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Orchard Grove Elementary School

5898 Hannover Dr
Frederick, MD 21703
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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10
Top 50%
Serving 601 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Orchard Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 601 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 79%
  • : Top 50% in MD
  • : 37% (Top 50%)
  • : 46% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Orchard Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Orchard Grove Elementary School's student population of 601 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Strong Thinkers. Caring Hearts. Healthy Bodies.

School Rankings

Orchard Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Grove Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MD)
#506 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
37%
27%
46%
45%
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
29%
23%
Black
30%
33%
White
21%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.77
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Orchard Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Orchard Grove Elementary School is ranked #506 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Orchard Grove Elementary School?
601 students attend Orchard Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Orchard Grove Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orchard Grove Elementary School?
Orchard Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Orchard Grove Elementary School offer ?
Orchard Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Orchard Grove Elementary School part of?
Orchard Grove Elementary School is part of Frederick County ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
At Orchard Grove we are terrific if you want more we''ll get specific we do are best every day character counts shows us the way 1 2 3 Freddy fairness! 1 2 3 Casey carring!1 2 3 theres more for u and me!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - kyleo

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 601 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 79%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 37% (Top 50%)
  • : 46% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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