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Birch Primary School

Elementary School · North Olmsted City

24100 Palm Dr, North Olmsted, OH 44070

Enrollment

355

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – Kindergarten

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,863 of 3,441

In North Olmsted

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

North Olmsted City

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Birch Primary School

6.2/10

Elementary School in North Olmsted · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Birch Primary School

Birch Primary School is a public elementary school in North Olmsted, OH, part of North Olmsted City. Birch Primary School serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Birch Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,863 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Birch Primary School show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-3.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2012
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2012 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82% (2012 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency80% (2012 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2012 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+22.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,661
Chronic Absenteeism20.6%

Birch Primary School — Students at Birch Primary School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2011-12)

Math Proficiency 82.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2012)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 85.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2012)
School
State
N/A

Based on 8 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
82%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.

How Birch Primary School Compares

See how Birch Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
46th percentile in OH
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

24100 Palm Dr, North Olmsted, OH 44070

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Birch Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westlake Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Westlake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gilles-Sweet Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Fairview Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MESSIAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Fairview Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Olmsted, see our North Olmsted schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ST BRENDAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL North Olmsted 0.5 mi 7.0
Maple Elementary School North Olmsted 1.0 mi 7.3
Parkview Early Education Center Fairview Park 1.5 mi 6.9
ST BERNADETTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Westlake 2.1 mi 6.7
Gilles-Sweet Elementary School Fairview Park 1.8 mi 8.5
Pine Intermediate School North Olmsted 1.6 mi 6.2
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF WESTLAKE Westlake 2.3 mi
WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Westlake 2.4 mi 7.4
MESSIAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fairview Park 2.0 mi 8.1
Lewis F Mayer Middle School Fairview Park 2.1 mi 7.7
North Olmsted High School North Olmsted 2.0 mi 4.6
Fairview High School Fairview Park 2.1 mi 5.8
North Olmsted Middle School North Olmsted 2.1 mi 5.7
Westlake Elementary School Westlake 2.5 mi 8.9
THE NEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Westlake 2.5 mi
ST ANGELA MERICI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fairview Park 2.5 mi 5.4
Dover Intermediate School Westlake 2.8 mi 8.9
Lee Burneson Middle School Westlake 2.8 mi 9.2
Goldwood Primary Elementary School Rocky River 2.9 mi 7.2
Olmsted Falls Early Childhood Center Olmsted 3.1 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44070 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,435

Median Home Value

$202,400

Median Rent

$1,092/mo

Population

32,031

College Educated

32.7%

Homeownership

77.4%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

44.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Birch Primary School

What grades does Birch Primary School serve?

Birch Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.

How many students attend Birch Primary School?

Birch Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Birch Primary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Birch Primary School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Birch Primary School rank in OH?

Birch Primary School ranks #1,863 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Birch Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Birch Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Primary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Birch Primary School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012).

Is Birch Primary School a charter school?

No, Birch Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Birch Primary School a Title I school?

No, Birch Primary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Birch Primary School?

44.8% of students at Birch Primary 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

District

North Olmsted City
District Enrollment
3,590
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,661
District Rank
#4 of 6

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