Serving 77 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Birch River Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birch River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Birch River Elementary School's student population of 77 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
77 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Birch River Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birch River Elementary School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#287 out of 629 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
99%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birch River Elementary School's ranking?
Birch River Elementary School is ranked #287 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Birch River Elementary School?
77 students attend Birch River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Birch River Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Birch River Elementary School?
Birch River Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Birch River Elementary School offer ?
Birch River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Birch River Elementary School part of?
Birch River Elementary School is part of Nicholas County Schools School District.
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