Serving 246 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Birch Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birch Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Birch Lake Elementary School's student population of 246 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Birch Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birch Lake Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#901 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
16%
12%
Black
9%
12%
White
55%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birch Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Birch Lake Elementary School is ranked #901 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Birch Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Birch Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln 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 45% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Birch Lake Elementary School?
246 students attend Birch Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Birch Lake Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Birch Lake Elementary School?
Birch Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Birch Lake Elementary School offer ?
Birch Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Birch Lake Elementary School part of?
Birch Lake Elementary School is part of White Bear Lake School District.
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