Serving 643 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Birch Lane Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Birch Lane Elementary School's student population of 643 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
643 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Birch Lane Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birch Lane Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1661 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
87%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birch Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Birch Lane Elementary School is ranked #1661 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Birch Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Birch Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Unqua 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% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Birch Lane Elementary School?
643 students attend Birch Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Birch Lane Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Birch Lane Elementary School?
Birch Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Birch Lane Elementary School offer ?
Birch Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Birch Lane Elementary School part of?
Birch Lane Elementary School is part of Massapequa Union Free School District.
In what neighborhood is Birch Lane Elementary School located?
Birch Lane Elementary School is located in the Bar Harbor neighborhood of Massapequa Park, NY.
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