Serving 66 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Birchwood School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birchwood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Birchwood School's student population of 66 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
66 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1984
School Calendar
School Motto
A Legacy of Excellence
School Rankings
Birchwood School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birchwood School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2143 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
11:1
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
27%
31%
Black
8%
15%
White
50%
39%
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birchwood School's ranking?
Birchwood School is ranked #2143 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Birchwood School?
The graduation rate of Birchwood School is 50%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Birchwood School?
66 students attend Birchwood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Birchwood School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Birchwood School?
Birchwood School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Birchwood School offer ?
Birchwood School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Birchwood School part of?
Birchwood School is part of Clarkstown Central School District.
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