Serving 86 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Birchwood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birchwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Birchwood Elementary School's student population of 86 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
86 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1903
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Individually Unique-Together Complete
School Rankings
Birchwood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birchwood Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1100 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
14%
White
91%
66%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birchwood Elementary School's ranking?
Birchwood Elementary School is ranked #1100 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Birchwood Elementary School?
86 students attend Birchwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Birchwood Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Birchwood Elementary School?
Birchwood Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Birchwood Elementary School offer ?
Birchwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Birchwood Elementary School part of?
Birchwood Elementary School is part of Birchwood School District.
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