Serving 344 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Birney Tech Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Birney Tech Academy's student population of 344 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
344 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Rankings
Birney Tech Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birney Tech Academy is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4699 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birney Tech Academy's ranking?
Birney Tech Academy is ranked #4699 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Birney Tech Academy?
344 students attend Birney Tech Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Birney Tech Academy students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Birney Tech Academy?
Birney Tech Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Birney Tech Academy offer ?
Birney Tech Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Birney Tech Academy part of?
Birney Tech Academy is part of El Rancho Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Birney Tech Academy located?
Birney Tech Academy is located in the El Rancho neighborhood of Pico Rivera, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in El Rancho.
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