Serving 678 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Birch Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Birch Elementary School's student population of 678 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
678 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Birch Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birch Elementary School is 0.51, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#130 out of 707 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
26%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
65%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birch Elementary School's ranking?
Birch Elementary School is ranked #130 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Birch Elementary School often compared to?
Birch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Canyon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend Birch Elementary School?
678 students attend Birch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Birch Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Birch Elementary School?
Birch Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Birch Elementary School offer ?
Birch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Birch Elementary School part of?
Birch Elementary School is part of Vallivue School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Early Dismissal 11:15 Last Day of School (Events)
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
First Day of School (Events)
August 14, 2024 (Wednesday)
No School Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break (Events)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Early Dismissal/Last Day of School (Events)
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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