Below Average
#2192 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Birchwood Elementary School
Elementary School · Rockaway Township School District
1 ART STREET, Dover, NJ 07801
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,192 of 2,466
In Dover
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Rockaway Township School District
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Birchwood Elementary School
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About Birchwood Elementary School
Birchwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dover, NJ, part of Rockaway Township School District. Birchwood Elementary School serves approximately 294 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Birchwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,192 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Birchwood Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Birchwood Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Birchwood Elementary School — Students at Birchwood Elementary School score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ 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: 2.3/10.
How Birchwood Elementary School Compares
See how Birchwood Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1 ART STREET, Dover, NJ 07801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Birchwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dennis B O'Brien Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stony Brook Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Rockaway), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Marie V. Duffy Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Wharton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dover, see our Dover schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dennis B O'Brien Elementary School Dover | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Dover Middle School Dover | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| East Dover Elementary School Dover | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Academy for Mathematics Science and Engineering Rockaway | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Morris Hills High School Rockaway | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Dover High School Dover | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| North Dover Elementary School Dover | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Stony Brook Elementary School Rockaway | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Catherine A Dwyer Elementary School Wharton | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Copeland Middle School Rockaway | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Rockaway | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY/DIOCESE Rockaway | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Academy Street Elementary School Dover | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle School Rockaway | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| BRIDGES TO LEARNING Rockaway | 1.6 mi | — |
| Academy for Performing Arts Rockaway | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Morris Knolls High School Denville | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Alfred C. MacKinnon Middle School Wharton | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Marie V. Duffy Elementary School Wharton | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Fernbrook School Randolph | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,053
Median Home Value
$369,400
Median Rent
$1,747/mo
Population
26,725
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
48.3%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
40
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| Joseph S. Stackhouse School Browns Mills, NJ | 4.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Birchwood Elementary School
What grades does Birchwood Elementary School serve?
Birchwood Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Birchwood Elementary School?
Birchwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 294 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Birchwood Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Birchwood Elementary School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Birchwood Elementary School rank in NJ?
Birchwood Elementary School ranks #2,192 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Birchwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Birchwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Birchwood Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Birchwood Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Birchwood Elementary School a charter school?
No, Birchwood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Birchwood Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Birchwood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Birchwood Elementary School?
12.9% of students at Birchwood Elementary School 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
- 294
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.7%
- Phone
- (973) 361-7080
Resources & Links
District
Rockaway Township School District- District Enrollment
- 2,431
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,702
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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