Best Orchard Ridge Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 828 students in the neighborhood of Orchard Ridge, Madison, WI.
The top-ranked public schools in Orchard Ridge are Toki Middle School and Orchard Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Orchard Ridge, Madison, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 39% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Orchard Ridge, Madison, WI (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Toki Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5606 Russett Rd
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-4740
Gr: 6-8 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Orchard Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5602 Russett Rd
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-2320
Gr: PK-5 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 60%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Orchard Ridge, Madison, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Orchard Ridge, Madison, WI include Toki Middle School and Orchard Ridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Orchard Ridge, Madison?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Orchard Ridge, Madison.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Orchard Ridge, Madison?
the neighborhood of Orchard Ridge, Madison public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).

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