Serving 315 students in grades 3-5, Birch Grove Intermediate ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birch Grove Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Birch Grove Intermediate's student population of 315 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Birch Grove Intermediate ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birch Grove Intermediate is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1790 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
38%
12%
Hispanic
36%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
12%
21%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birch Grove Intermediate's ranking?
Birch Grove Intermediate is ranked #1790 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Birch Grove Intermediate often compared to?
Birch Grove Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Birch Grove Primary, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Birch Grove Intermediate?
315 students attend Birch Grove Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Birch Grove Intermediate students are Asian, 36% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Birch Grove Intermediate?
Birch Grove Intermediate has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Birch Grove Intermediate offer ?
Birch Grove Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Birch Grove Intermediate part of?
Birch Grove Intermediate is part of Newark Unified School District.
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