Below Average
#1748 of 2,221 schools in MO
Birch Tree Elem.
Elementary School · MOUNTAIN VIEW-BIRCH TREE R-III
502 N. Elm St., Birch Tree, MO 65548
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,748 of 2,221
In district
#3 of 4
MOUNTAIN VIEW-BIRCH TREE R-III
Equity
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Birch Tree Elem.
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About Birch Tree Elem.
Birch Tree Elem. is a public elementary school in Birch Tree, MO, part of MOUNTAIN VIEW-BIRCH TREE R-III. Birch Tree Elem. serves approximately 168 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Birch Tree Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,748 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Birch Tree Elem. show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 168 students, Birch Tree Elem. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Birch Tree Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Birch Tree Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Birch Tree Elem. — Students at Birch Tree Elem. score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.7/10.
How Birch Tree Elem. Compares
See how Birch Tree Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
502 N. Elm St., Birch Tree, MO 65548
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Birch Tree Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RICHARDS ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 26.0 miles away, in nearby West Plains), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOWELL VALLEY ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 26.2 miles away, in nearby West Plains), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EMINENCE ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Eminence), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Birch Tree, see our Birch Tree schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LIBERTY MIDDLE Mountain View | 7.8 mi | 6.4 |
| LIBERTY SR. HIGH Mountain View | 7.9 mi | 7.7 |
| WINONA ELEM. Winona | 9.8 mi | 7.4 |
| WINONA HIGH Winona | 9.9 mi | 6.4 |
| EMINENCE ELEM. Eminence | 12.5 mi | 7.9 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEM. Mountain View | 11.2 mi | 4.4 |
| EMINENCE HIGH Eminence | 12.9 mi | 7.7 |
| SUMMERSVILLE ELEM. Summersville | 15.1 mi | 5.0 |
| SUMMERSVILLE HIGH Summersville | 15.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Alton Elementary Alton | 21.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Alton High Alton | 21.6 mi | 7.8 |
| JUNCTION HILL ELEM. West Plains | 22.8 mi | 5.3 |
| KOSHKONONG ELEM. Koshkonong | 28.3 mi | 7.5 |
| KOSHKONONG HIGH Koshkonong | 28.3 mi | 4.9 |
| HOWELL VALLEY ELEM. West Plains | 26.2 mi | 8.3 |
| WEST PLAINS ELEM. West Plains | 25.7 mi | 7.1 |
| WEST PLAINS MIDDLE West Plains | 26.1 mi | 5.7 |
| WEST PLAINS SR. HIGH West Plains | 26.2 mi | 6.3 |
| OZARK HORIZON SCHOOL West Plains | 26.3 mi | — |
| RICHARDS ELEM. West Plains | 26.0 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65548 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,762
Median Home Value
$134,900
Median Rent
$508/mo
Population
6,432
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
71.4%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
19.8%
Median Age
39.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BISHOP HOGAN MEMORIAL SCHOOL Chillicothe, MO | 4.9 |
| HUMBOLDT ACAD OF HIGHER LRNING St. Louis, MO | 4.9 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.9 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 5.0 |
| HAWK POINT ELEM. Hawk Point, MO | 5.0 |
| HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Monroe City, MO | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Birch Tree Elem.
What grades does Birch Tree Elem. serve?
Birch Tree Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Birch Tree Elem.?
Birch Tree Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 168 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Birch Tree Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Birch Tree Elem. is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Birch Tree Elem. rank in MO?
Birch Tree Elem. ranks #1,748 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Birch Tree Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Birch Tree Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Tree Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Birch Tree Elem. has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Birch Tree Elem. a charter school?
No, Birch Tree Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Birch Tree Elem. a Title I school?
No, Birch Tree Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Birch Tree Elem.?
75.0% of students at Birch Tree Elem. 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 168
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Shannon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.4%
- Phone
- (573) 292-3106
Resources & Links
District
MOUNTAIN VIEW-BIRCH TREE R-III- District Enrollment
- 1,211
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,483
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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