Serving 630 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Birch Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 630 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Birch Elementary School's student population of 630 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
630 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Birch Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birch Elementary School is 0.51, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#170 out of 709 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
27%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
65%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birch Elementary School's ranking?
Birch Elementary School is ranked #170 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Birch Elementary School often compared to?
Birch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Canyon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Birch Elementary School?
630 students attend Birch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Birch Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Birch Elementary School?
Birch Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Birch Elementary School offer ?
Birch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Birch Elementary School part of?
Birch Elementary School is part of Vallivue School District.
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Date
Early Dismissal/Last Day of School (Events)
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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