Birch Primary School serves 355 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 83%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birch Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Birch Primary School's student population of 355 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
355 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Birch Primary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)75-79%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)80-84%
83%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
5%
17%
White
74%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Birch Primary School often compared to?
Birch Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% OH state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 83% OH state average).
How many students attend Birch Primary School?
355 students attend Birch Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Birch Primary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Birch Primary School?
Birch Primary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Birch Primary School offer ?
Birch Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Birch Primary School part of?
Birch Primary School is part of North Olmsted City School District.
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