Serving 598 students in grades 6-8, Birchland Park ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Birchland Park's student population of 598 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
598 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Birchland Park ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birchland Park is 0.49, which is less 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
#615 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
14%
24%
Black
5%
10%
White
70%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birchland Park's ranking?
Birchland Park is ranked #615 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Birchland Park often compared to?
Birchland Parkis often viewed alongside schools like Wilbraham Middle School, Green Meadows Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Birchland Park?
598 students attend Birchland Park.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Birchland Park students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Birchland Park?
Birchland Park has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Birchland Park offer ?
Birchland Park offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Birchland Park part of?
Birchland Park is part of East Longmeadow School District.
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