Serving 344 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Birchcrest Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birchcrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Birchcrest Elementary School's student population of 344 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Birchcrest Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birchcrest Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#771 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
26%
22%
Black
8%
7%
White
54%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birchcrest Elementary School's ranking?
Birchcrest Elementary School is ranked #771 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Birchcrest Elementary School often compared to?
Birchcrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Elementary School, Springfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Birchcrest Elementary School?
344 students attend Birchcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Birchcrest Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Birchcrest Elementary School?
Birchcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Birchcrest Elementary School offer ?
Birchcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Birchcrest Elementary School part of?
Birchcrest Elementary School is part of Bellevue School District.
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