Serving 337 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Birch Meadow's student population of 337 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Birch Meadow ranks within the top 30% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birch Meadow is 0.26, which is less 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
#439 out of 1631 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
3%
23%
Black
3%
10%
White
86%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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 #439 out of 1,631 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 41% 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?
337 students attend Birch Meadow.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Birch Meadow students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Birch Meadow?
Birch Meadow has a student ration of 10:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Birch Meadow part of?
Birch Meadow is part of Reading School District.
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