Serving 359 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Birch Meadow ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Birch Meadow serves a central area in Reading, MA, encompassing approximately 1.3 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birch Meadow ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Birch Meadow's student population of 359 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
359 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Birch Meadow ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birch Meadow is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#466 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
82%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birch Meadow's ranking?
Birch Meadow is ranked #466 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Birch Meadow often compared to?
Birch Meadowis often viewed alongside schools like J Warren Killam, King Open, Amigos School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Birch Meadow?
359 students attend Birch Meadow.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Birch Meadow students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Birch Meadow?
Birch Meadow has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Birch Meadow offer ?
Birch Meadow offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Birch Meadow part of?
Birch Meadow is part of Reading School District.
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