Excellent
#162 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 2% in state
Birch EL
Elementary School · Pine Tree ISD · Longview, TX
A Pine Tree ISD elementary school where students score 15 points above what's typical for similar communities.
P O BOX 5878, Longview, TX 75608
- Math 56% vs TX 44% (2024)
- Reading 64% vs TX 54% (2024)
- 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Birch EL score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
2024 STAAR proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. TX average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 9-year record (2016–2024), then recovered 14 points since 2020, reaching 60% in 2024.
Show all 8 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 50% (multi-year average, 2016-2024) · reading/ELA 47% (multi-year average, 2016-2024)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 16 test records from TX state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
69.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Birch EL sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 33Car-Dependent
- Bike 37Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High2,692/100K
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Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longview Christian AcademyPrivate · tuition | 6.9private | K–12 | 1.2 mi | 78 | Compare → |
| Parkway ELEnrollment path unverified | 8.5 | 1–4 | 2.2 mi | 686 | Compare → |
| Spring Hill IntEnrollment path unverified | 8.4 | 3–5 | 2.8 mi | 456 | Compare → |
| Spring Hill PriEnrollment path unverified | 7.7 | PK–2 | 2.8 mi | 470 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Public and private scores come from different models and are shown side by side, not blended into one ranking.
Pine Tree ISD
- Schools in district
- 7
- Rank in district
- #1 of 6
- District spending per student
- $11,526NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 22.0%Census SAIPE · 2024
Birch EL is listed in PINE TREE ISD; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Birch EL
Birch EL is a public elementary school in Longview, TX, part of Pine Tree ISD, serving approximately 639 students in grades 1st-4th with a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #162 of 8,552 schools in TX. State assessment records show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Birch EL
What grades does Birch EL serve?
Birch EL serves students in grades 1st through 4th.
How many students attend Birch EL?
Birch EL has an enrollment of approximately 639 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Birch EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Birch EL is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Birch EL rank in TX?
Birch EL ranks #162 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Birch EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Birch EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Birch EL has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Birch EL a charter school?
No, Birch EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Birch EL a Title I school?
No, Birch EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Birch EL?
69.2% of students at Birch EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 1st – 4th
- Enrollment
- 639
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Gregg County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.0%
- Phone
- (903) 295-5120
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 STAAR · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 STAAR. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 STAAR · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 STAAR. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2016-2024; directory SY 2023–24
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