Serving 414 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Birch Grove Primary ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 48%).
The student-teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birch Grove Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Birch Grove Primary's student population of 414 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Mascot
Bulldogs
School Rankings
The diversity score of Birch Grove Primary is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
48%
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
46%
12%
Hispanic
30%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Birch Grove Primary often compared to?
Birch Grove Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Birch Grove Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% CA state average).
How many students attend Birch Grove Primary?
414 students attend Birch Grove Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Birch Grove Primary students are Asian, 30% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Birch Grove Primary?
Birch Grove Primary has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Birch Grove Primary offer ?
Birch Grove Primary offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Birch Grove Primary part of?
Birch Grove Primary is part of Newark Unified School District.
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