Serving 590 students in grades 6-8, Birchland Park ranks in the top 50% 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 46% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Birchland Park serves the entire district of East Longmeadow, MA, covering an area of approximately 13 square miles. Most families can expect a commute of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Birchland Park's student population of 590 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
590 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Birchland Park ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birchland Park is 0.46, 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
#622 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
3%
10%
White
72%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birchland Park's ranking?
Birchland Park is ranked #622 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Birchland Park often compared to?
Birchland Parkis often viewed alongside schools like Wilbraham Middle School, Green Meadows Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Birchland Park?
590 students attend Birchland Park.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Birchland Park students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Birchland Park?
Birchland Park has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Birchland Park offer ?
Birchland Park offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Birchland Park part of?
Birchland Park is part of East Longmeadow School District.
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