Serving 314 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Birch Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Birch Elementary School's student population of 314 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Birch Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birch Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#359 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
28%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
63%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birch Elementary School's ranking?
Birch Elementary School is ranked #359 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Birch Elementary School often compared to?
Birch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kohl Elementary School, Aspen Creek K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Birch Elementary School?
314 students attend Birch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Birch Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Birch Elementary School?
Birch Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Birch Elementary School offer ?
Birch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Birch Elementary School part of?
Birch Elementary School is part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2.
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