Serving 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Birch Street Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan 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 Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birch Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Birch Street Elementary School's student population of 354 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Birch Street Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birch Street Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#1144 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
96%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birch Street Elementary School's ranking?
Birch Street Elementary School is ranked #1144 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Birch Street Elementary School?
354 students attend Birch Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Birch Street Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Birch Street Elementary School?
Birch Street Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Birch Street Elementary School offer ?
Birch Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Birch Street Elementary School part of?
Birch Street Elementary School is part of Kalkaska School District.
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