Serving 441 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Birchview Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Birchview Elementary serves the southeast part of Minneapolis, MN, covering an area of approximately 6.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birchview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Birchview Elementary School's student population of 441 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
441 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Birchview Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birchview Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#185 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
16%
12%
White
55%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birchview Elementary School's ranking?
Birchview Elementary School is ranked #185 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Birchview Elementary School often compared to?
Birchview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A.c.g.c. Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Birchview Elementary School?
441 students attend Birchview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Birchview Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Birchview Elementary School?
Birchview Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Birchview Elementary School offer ?
Birchview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Birchview Elementary School part of?
Birchview Elementary School is part of Wayzata Public School District.
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