Serving 588 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Birch School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birch School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Birch School's student population of 588 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
588 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1901
School Rankings
Birch School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birch School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#453 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
79%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birch School's ranking?
Birch School is ranked #453 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Birch School often compared to?
Birch Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norman J Levy Lakeside School, Chatterton School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Birch School?
588 students attend Birch School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Birch School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Birch School?
Birch School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Birch School offer ?
Birch School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Birch School part of?
Birch School is part of Merrick Union Free School District.
School Reviews
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