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Orion Alternative

555 Avenue Del Ora, Redwood City, CA 94063, United States

+1 (650) 482-2412

http://orion.rcsdk8.net/

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Orion Alternative Overview

About This School

Orion Alternative is a public elementary in Redwood City, California, serving 512 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 84% in ELA, 78% in math, and 81% in science. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1 and employs 23 teachers with an average salary of $106,813. The student body at Orion Alternative is composed of 54% male and 46% female students. The demographic makeup includes 29% Hispanic, 24% Two or More Races, 23% White, 22% Asian, and 2% Black students.

512

Total Students

K-5

21:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

23 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

K-5

County

San Mateo County

Students per Counselor

N/A:1

Orion Alternative Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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English Language Arts

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Mathematics

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Science

Class Information

21:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 19.3:1

State Avg: 20.5:1

Students per Counselor

Orion Alternative Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$106,813

City Avg: $123,708

State Avg: $106,740

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio21:1

Students per Counselor:1

Orion Alternative Student Demographics

Student Body

53.91%

Male

46.09%

Female

Total Enrollment: 512 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White22.85%

Hispanic28.71%

Asian21.88%

Black1.56%

Two or More Races24.22%

Native American0%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Orion Alternative

Q: What is Orion Alternative?

A: Orion Alternative is a elementary public located in Redwood City.

Q: How many students attend Orion Alternative?

A: Orion Alternative has approximately 512 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Orion Alternative?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Orion Alternative is 21:1.

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Detailed Information about Orion Alternative

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About Orion Alternative - Redwood City, CA

Quick Facts about Orion Alternative
School Name	Orion Alternative
School Type	public
Grade Levels	K-5
Location	555 Avenue Del Ora, Redwood City, CA 94063, Redwood City, CA
County	San Mateo County
Phone	+1 (650) 482-2412
Total Students	512
Student-Teacher Ratio	21:1
Full-Time Teachers	23
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Orion Alternative

What is Orion Alternative?

Orion Alternative is a elementary public located in Redwood City.

How many students attend Orion Alternative?

Orion Alternative has approximately 512 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Orion Alternative?

The student-teacher ratio at Orion Alternative is 21:1.

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