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Birmingham Elementary School

Elementary School · Toledo City

2222 Bakewell St, Toledo, OH 43605

Enrollment

325

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

3.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,352 of 3,441

In Toledo

#84 of 94

public schools

In district

#49 of 54

Toledo City

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Birmingham Elementary School

3.1/10

Elementary School in Toledo · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.7/10

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About Birmingham Elementary School

Birmingham Elementary School is a public elementary school in Toledo, OH, part of Toledo City. Birmingham Elementary School serves approximately 325 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Birmingham Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,352 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Birmingham Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.5
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

60% of students at Birmingham Elementary School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-29.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,542
Chronic Absenteeism60.3%

Birmingham Elementary School — Students at Birmingham Elementary School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 43.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 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
77%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
30%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
23%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
23%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
9.9%
ELA
24.9%

* 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: 1.5/10.

How Birmingham Elementary School Compares

See how Birmingham Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.1/10
3th percentile in OH
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
60.3%

Location

2222 Bakewell St, Toledo, OH 43605

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Birmingham Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Starr Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Oregon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chase STEM Academy (rated 5.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, L. Hollingworth School for Talented and Gifted (rated 5.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Toledo, see our Toledo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Riverside Elementary School Toledo 1.0 mi 3.7
Chase STEM Academy Toledo 1.5 mi 5.6
Summit Toledo 1.2 mi
Garfield Elementary School Toledo 1.4 mi 2.9
Fassett Junior High School Oregon 1.5 mi 6.5
Waite High School Toledo 1.5 mi 4.0
Raymer Elementary School Toledo 1.7 mi 2.9
Kenmore Preparatory Academy dba Toledo Preparatory Academy Toledo 1.6 mi 5.0
Starr Elementary School Oregon 1.8 mi 6.9
Eagle Learning Center Oregon 1.8 mi 3.6
Maritime Academy of Toledo The Toledo 1.8 mi 3.9
Imagine Environmental Science Academy Toledo 2.0 mi 5.0
Spring Elementary School Toledo 1.9 mi 4.0
Woodward High School Toledo 2.1 mi 3.8
Navarre Elementary School Toledo 2.4 mi 2.8
CARDINAL STRITCH CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL AND ACADEMY Oregon 2.6 mi 7.9
Sherman Elementary School Toledo 2.2 mi 4.2
L. Hollingworth School for Talented and Gifted Toledo 2.5 mi 5.5
Oakdale Elementary School Toledo 3.1 mi 4.6
Leverette Elementary School Toledo 2.6 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,389

Median Home Value

$46,000

Median Rent

$847/mo

Population

24,432

College Educated

9.1%

Homeownership

49.2%

Avg Commute

19.8 min

Poverty Rate

36.8%

Median Age

33

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Birmingham Elementary School

What grades does Birmingham Elementary School serve?

Birmingham Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Birmingham Elementary School?

Birmingham Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 325 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Birmingham Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Birmingham Elementary School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Birmingham Elementary School rank in OH?

Birmingham Elementary School ranks #3,352 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Birmingham Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Birmingham Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Birmingham Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Birmingham Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Birmingham Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Birmingham Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Birmingham Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Lucas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
60.3%

District

Toledo City
District Enrollment
21,047
Schools in District
57
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,542
District Rank
#49 of 54

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