Serving 571 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Birch Lane Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Birch Lane Elementary serves the northern part of Davis, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge about 2.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birch Lane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Birch Lane Elementary School's student population of 571 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
571 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
One Great Place to Learn
School Rankings
Birch Lane Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birch Lane Elementary School is 0.71, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1710 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
16%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birch Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Birch Lane Elementary School is ranked #1710 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Birch Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Birch Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cesar Chavez Elementary School, Fairfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Birch Lane Elementary School?
571 students attend Birch Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Birch Lane Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Birch Lane Elementary School?
Birch Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Birch Lane Elementary School offer ?
Birch Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Birch Lane Elementary School part of?
Birch Lane Elementary School is part of Davis Joint Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
June 10, 2027 (Thursday)
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