Serving 239 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Birch Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Birch Lake Elementary School's student population of 239 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
239 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Birch Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birch Lake Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#740 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
17%
12%
Black
11%
12%
White
54%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birch Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Birch Lake Elementary School is ranked #740 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Birch Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Birch Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Birch Lake Elementary School?
239 students attend Birch Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Birch Lake Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Birch Lake Elementary School?
Birch Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Birch Lake Elementary School offer ?
Birch Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Birch Lake Elementary School part of?
Birch Lake Elementary School is part of White Bear Lake School District.
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