Serving 332 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Birch Hill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birch Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Birch Hill Elementary School's student population of 332 students has declined by 14% 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
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Birch Hill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birch Hill Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.30. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#278 out of 456 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
23%
7%
Black
4%
2%
White
58%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birch Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Birch Hill Elementary School is ranked #278 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend Birch Hill Elementary School?
332 students attend Birch Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Birch Hill Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Birch Hill Elementary School?
Birch Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Birch Hill Elementary School offer ?
Birch Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Birch Hill Elementary School part of?
Birch Hill Elementary School is part of Nashua School District.
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