Serving 225 students in grades Kindergarten-8, The Birches Academy Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Birches Academy Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
The Birches Academy Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School's student population of 225 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
225 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Birches Academy Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Birches Academy Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.31. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#107 out of 457 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
1%
2%
White
84%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Birches Academy Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School's ranking?
The Birches Academy Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School is ranked #107 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are The Birches Academy Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School often compared to?
The Birches Academy Of Academics - Art A Public Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windham Academy Public Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend The Birches Academy Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School?
225 students attend The Birches Academy Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of The Birches Academy Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Birches Academy Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School?
The Birches Academy Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does The Birches Academy Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School offer ?
The Birches Academy Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is The Birches Academy Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School part of?
The Birches Academy Of Academics - Art A Public Charter School is part of The Birches Academy Of Academics & Art A Public Charter School District.
School Reviews
5 3/19/2020
I have two children at The Birches, in 6th and 4th grade, and couldn't be happier with our experience. My oldest switched from town school in 2nd grade and my youngest was part of the first kindergarten at The Birches. Teaching is individualized, allowing students to move ahead if able or gain extra support if needed. Math is held during the same time throughout the school so students can move up a grade if they are excelling. The arts integrated approach allows creativity and hands on learning. We are so lucky to be a part of such an amazing school community.
4 2/10/2020
My children had an amazing experience at this school from 2nd-8th grade and have exceeded all expectations as they moved on to high school! They were prepared educationally, socially, and emotionally going from a small encouraging and supportive environment to a large high school. I highly recommend The Birches Academy!
5 2/10/2020
I am a parent of two children at The Birches Academy. My daughter is in 7th grade and has been there since 1st grade. My daughter is super bright and has always been challenged. The Birches meets children at their grade level. My daughter is being taught math two years above her grade level. My son is in 3rd grade. He has been there since Kindergarten and stayed back one year. He has been on an IEP since Kindergarten. Both children who have different learning styles and needs Love the school and love going to school. All the Teachers are amazing. Communication is always great, they are dedicated, and you can sense their passion for our school. At The Birches, parent involvement is encouraged. The arts are integrated with academics, which has been wonderful. I feel very fortunate to have found such a wonderful school for our children.
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