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#3889 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 41% in state
Birney Tech Academy
Elementary School · El Rancho Unified
8501 Orange Ave., Pico Rivera, CA 90660
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,889 of 9,539
In Pico Rivera
#5 of 14
public schools
In district
#4 of 13
El Rancho Unified
Academic performance
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Birney Tech Academy
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About Birney Tech Academy
Birney Tech Academy is a public elementary school in Pico Rivera, CA, part of El Rancho Unified. Birney Tech Academy serves approximately 341 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Birney Tech Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,889 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Birney Tech Academy show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Birney Tech Academy runs 22.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
32% of students at Birney Tech Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Birney Tech Academy — Students at Birney Tech Academy score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.
How Birney Tech Academy Compares
See how Birney Tech Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8501 Orange Ave., Pico Rivera, CA 90660
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Birney Tech Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Unsworth (Edith) Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Downey), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ada S. Nelson Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Whittier), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rancho Santa Gertrudes Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Santa Fe Springs), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pico Rivera, see our Pico Rivera schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STEAM Academy @ Burke Pico Rivera | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| St. Marianne De Parades Elementary Pico Rivera | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST MARIANNE SCHOOL Pico Rivera | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Magee Academy of Arts & Sciences Pico Rivera | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Unsworth (Edith) Elementary Downey | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Jersey Avenue Elementary Santa Fe Springs | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Rancho Santa Gertrudes Elementary Santa Fe Springs | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Lakeview Elementary Santa Fe Springs | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Rivera Elementary Pico Rivera | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Rivera Middle Pico Rivera | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Santa Fe High Santa Fe Springs | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Gallatin Elementary Downey | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Doty (Wendy Lopour) Middle Downey | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Pioneer High Whittier | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Los Nietos Middle Los Nietos | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| SANTA FE SPRINGS CHRISTIAN Santa Fe Springs | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Lake Center Middle Santa Fe Springs | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Santa Fe Springs Christian School Santa Fe Springs | 1.6 mi | — |
| Ada S. Nelson Elementary Whittier | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Rio San Gabriel Elementary Downey | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90660 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,956
Median Home Value
$621,400
Median Rent
$1,775/mo
Population
60,821
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
70.1%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
39.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Birney Tech Academy
What grades does Birney Tech Academy serve?
Birney Tech Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Birney Tech Academy?
Birney Tech Academy has an enrollment of approximately 341 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Birney Tech Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Birney Tech Academy is 22.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Birney Tech Academy rank in CA?
Birney Tech Academy ranks #3,889 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Birney Tech Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Birney Tech Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Birney Tech Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Birney Tech Academy has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Birney Tech Academy a charter school?
No, Birney Tech Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Birney Tech Academy a Title I school?
No, Birney Tech Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Birney Tech Academy?
85.3% of students at Birney Tech Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 341
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.0%
- Phone
- (562) 801-7600
Resources & Links
District
El Rancho Unified- District Enrollment
- 7,110
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,565
- District Rank
- #4 of 13
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