Serving 656 students in grades 1-4, Birch Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Birch Elementary School's student population of 656 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
Total Students
656 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Birch Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birch Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2247 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
31%
54%
Black
23%
13%
White
37%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birch Elementary School's ranking?
Birch Elementary School is ranked #2247 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Birch Elementary School often compared to?
Birch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bramlette Steam Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Birch Elementary School?
656 students attend Birch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Birch Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Birch Elementary School?
Birch Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Birch Elementary School offer ?
Birch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4
What school district is Birch Elementary School part of?
Birch Elementary School is part of Pine Tree Independent School District.
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