Serving 174 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Birch Tree Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Birch Tree Elementary serves the eastern part of Mountain View, MO, covering an area of approximately 102 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 5.4 miles to the nearest zone edge and a maximum distance of 9.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Birch Tree Elementary School's student population of 174 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
174 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Birch Tree Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birch Tree Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1682 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
91%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birch Tree Elementary School's ranking?
Birch Tree Elementary School is ranked #1682 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Birch Tree Elementary School?
174 students attend Birch Tree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Birch Tree Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Birch Tree Elementary School?
Birch Tree Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Birch Tree Elementary School offer ?
Birch Tree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Birch Tree Elementary School part of?
Birch Tree Elementary School is part of Mountain View-Birch Tree R-III School District.
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