Serving 242 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Birchview School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birchview School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Birchview School's student population of 242 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Birchview School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birchview School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1338 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
86%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birchview School's ranking?
Birchview School is ranked #1338 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Birchview School often compared to?
Birchview Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aspen Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Birchview School?
242 students attend Birchview School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Birchview School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Birchview School?
Birchview School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Birchview School offer ?
Birchview School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Birchview School part of?
Birchview School is part of Ishpeming Public School District No. 1.
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