Very Good
#402 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 22% in state
Birch Meadow
Elementary School · Reading
27 A B Lord Dr, Reading, MA 01867
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#402 of 1,793
In Reading
#8 of 9
public schools
In district
#8 of 9
Reading
Equity
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Birch Meadow
Elementary School in Reading · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Arthur W Coolidge Middle
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About Birch Meadow
Birch Meadow is a public elementary school in Reading, MA, part of Reading. Birch Meadow serves approximately 371 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Birch Meadow has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #402 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Birch Meadow show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 8.4
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Birch Meadow — Students at Birch Meadow score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.
How Birch Meadow Compares
See how Birch Meadow performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
27 A B Lord Dr, Reading, MA 01867
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Birch Meadow may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. E Ethel Little School (rated 9.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby North Reading), which scores notably higher. Another option is J Warren Killam (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Joshua Eaton (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Reading, see our Reading schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Arthur W Coolidge Middle Reading | 0.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Reading Memorial High Reading | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| RISE PreSchool Reading | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| AUSTIN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Reading | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Wood End Elementary School Reading | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Walter S Parker Middle Reading | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| READING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Reading | 1.0 mi | — |
| Alice M Barrows Reading | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| J Warren Killam Reading | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Joshua Eaton Reading | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| E Ethel Little School North Reading | 2.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Walton Wakefield | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Robin Hood Stoneham | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Woburn Street Wilmington | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
| North Reading High North Reading | 3.1 mi | 8.7 |
| North Reading Middle North Reading | 3.1 mi | 9.2 |
| L D Batchelder North Reading | 3.1 mi | 8.6 |
| TENDER LEARNING CENTRE Wilmington | 2.6 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Wakefield | 3.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Dolbeare Wakefield | 2.8 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01867 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$163,407
Median Home Value
$741,100
Median Rent
$1,722/mo
Population
25,474
College Educated
65%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
44.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Burke/Memorial Elementary School Medway, MA | 7.8 |
| Center Longmeadow, MA | 7.8 |
| Colegrove Park Elementary North Adams, MA | 7.8 |
| Daniel Butler Belmont, MA | 7.8 |
| Elsie A Hastings Elementary Westborough, MA | 7.8 |
| Frederick Harris Springfield, MA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Birch Meadow
What grades does Birch Meadow serve?
Birch Meadow serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Birch Meadow?
Birch Meadow has an enrollment of approximately 371 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Birch Meadow?
The student-teacher ratio at Birch Meadow is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Birch Meadow rank in MA?
Birch Meadow ranks #402 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Birch Meadow's MySchoolScout rating?
Birch Meadow has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Birch Meadow?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Birch Meadow has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Birch Meadow a charter school?
No, Birch Meadow is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Birch Meadow a Title I school?
No, Birch Meadow is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 371
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.6%
- Phone
- (781) 944-2335
Resources & Links
District
Reading- District Enrollment
- 3,850
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,138
- District Rank
- #8 of 9
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