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#1198 of 2,105 schools in WI
Birchwood Elementary
Elementary School · Birchwood School District
300 S Wilson St, Birchwood, WI 54817
Enrollment
87
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
87
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,198 of 2,105
In Birchwood
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Birchwood School District
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Birchwood Elementary
Birchwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Birchwood, WI, part of Birchwood School District. Birchwood Elementary serves approximately 87 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Birchwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,198 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Birchwood Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 87 students, Birchwood Elementary 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.
Test scores at Birchwood Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Birchwood Elementary 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 — Students at Birchwood Elementary score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from WI 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: 6.1/10.
How Birchwood Elementary Compares
See how Birchwood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
300 S Wilson St, Birchwood, WI 54817
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Birchwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hilltop Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Rice Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Haugen Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Haugen), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tainter Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Rice Lake), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Birchwood, see our Birchwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Birchwood High Birchwood | 0.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Bobcat Virtual Academy Birchwood | 0.0 mi | — |
| Birchwood Middle Birchwood | 0.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Birchwood Public Montessori Birchwood | 0.1 mi | — |
| Haugen Elementary Haugen | 11.5 mi | 8.0 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Rice Lake | 13.6 mi | 6.8 |
| REDEEMER EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rice Lake | 14.3 mi | — |
| Tainter Elementary Rice Lake | 14.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Rice Lake High Rice Lake | 14.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Hilltop Day Care and Preschool Rice Lake | 14.4 mi | — |
| Hilltop Elementary Rice Lake | 14.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Rice Lake Middle Rice Lake | 14.5 mi | 7.8 |
| ST FRANCIS SOLANUS SCHOOL Stone Lake | 18.2 mi | — |
| NORTHWOODS MENNONITE SCHOOL Hayward | 19.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Cameron Elementary Cameron | 18.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Cameron Middle Cameron | 19.5 mi | 7.7 |
| North Star Academy Cameron | 19.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Cameron High Cameron | 19.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Cameron Academy of Virtual Education Cameron | 19.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Bruce Elementary Bruce | 19.1 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54817 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,000
Median Home Value
$259,100
Median Rent
$613/mo
Population
2,105
College Educated
27.4%
Homeownership
88.8%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
57.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GOOD SHEPHERDS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee, WI | 6.1 |
| Highland Community Elementary Highland, WI | 6.1 |
| Nelson Elementary Grantsburg, WI | 6.1 |
| ST CLEMENT SCHOOL Lancaster, WI | 6.1 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mayville, WI | 6.1 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mount Calvary, WI | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Birchwood Elementary
What grades does Birchwood Elementary serve?
Birchwood Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Birchwood Elementary?
Birchwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 87 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Birchwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Birchwood Elementary is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Birchwood Elementary rank in WI?
Birchwood Elementary ranks #1,198 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Birchwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Birchwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Birchwood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Birchwood Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Birchwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Birchwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Birchwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Birchwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Birchwood Elementary?
50.6% of students at Birchwood Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 87
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Washburn County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.7%
- Phone
- (715) 354-3471
Resources & Links
District
Birchwood School District- District Enrollment
- 226
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,303
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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