The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School

Summary:

The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School is an exceptional elementary school in Salem, New Hampshire, serving students from kindergarten through 8th grade. With a student population of 225, the school consistently outperforms the state average and nearby public schools, such as Pollard Elementary School and Pelham Elementary School, in standardized test scores for mathematics, reading, and science.

One key factor that sets The Birches Academy apart is its low student-teacher ratio of 14.5, compared to the nearby public schools, which range from 10.5 to 18.4 students per teacher. Additionally, the school has a very low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, at only 4.44% in 2022-2023, significantly lower than the Timberlane Regional School District and Pelham School District, which range from 7.38% to 26.24%. This suggests that The Birches Academy serves a more affluent student population, which may contribute to its strong academic performance.

The Birches Academy's exceptional performance is further highlighted by its consistent ranking among the top elementary schools in New Hampshire, reaching as high as 12th out of 231 schools in 2018-2019 and ranking 47th out of 234 elementary schools in the state in 2023-2024. This consistent academic excellence, combined with the school's unique characteristics, makes it an attractive option for families in the Salem area and the broader Salem School District.


Detail:

Public, Charter K-8

 419 South Broadway 2nd Floor
       Salem, NH  03079-4323


(603) 458-6399

District: The Birches Academy of Academics & Art A Public Charter Sch

SchoolDigger Rank:
47th of 234 New Hampshire Elementary Schools


Student/teacher ratio:  14.5 Help
Number of students:  225

Racial breakdown:

White:
83.6%
Hispanic:
5.8%
Asian:
5.3%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  4.4% Help


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Compare Details The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School ranks better than 79.9% of elementary schools in New Hampshire. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 74.25. (See more...)
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Compare Details The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School ranks better than 66.9% of middle schools in New Hampshire. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 61.23. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (83.6%), Hispanic (5.8%), Asian (5.3%). (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School is 14.5. (See more...)
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Compare The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School employs 15.5 full-time teachers.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School:

SchoolDigger ranks The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School 47th of 234 New Hampshire public elementary schools. (See The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School in the ranking list.)

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SchoolDigger ranks The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School 43rd of 130 New Hampshire public middle schools. (See The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School in the ranking list.)

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The Birches Academy of Academics & Art A Public Charter Sch:

SchoolDigger ranks The Birches Academy of Academics & Art A Public Charter Sch 48th of 163 New Hampshire school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School

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Rank History for all elementary school students at The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2014 55.37 107th 242 55.8%
2015 59.57 82nd 206 60.2%
2016 68.08 68th 244 72.1%
2017 78.64 37th 229 83.8%
2018 78.67 32nd 231 86.1%
2019 87.55 12th 231 94.8%
2021 88.31 18th 211 91.5%
2022 79.12 34th 233 85.4%
2023 86.58 21st 237 91.1%
2024 74.25 47th 234 79.9%
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Rank History for elementary school Female students at The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 80.58 18th 190 90.5%
2019 91.79 7th 192 96.4%
2021 97.80 2nd 160 98.8%
2022 89.60 11th 187 94.1%
2023 83.18 21st 193 89.1%
2024 73.03 40th 187 78.6%
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Rank History for elementary school Male students at The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 75.70 35th 195 82.1%
2019 74.39 35th 195 82.1%
2021 88.68 16th 168 90.5%
2022 71.87 46th 194 76.3%
2023 87.71 14th 199 93.0%
2024 75.82 39th 193 79.8%
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Rank History for elementary school White students at The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 78.98 27th 227 88.1%
2019 85.75 15th 229 93.4%
2021 87.28 18th 209 91.4%
2022 78.48 34th 229 85.2%
2023 84.89 21st 233 91.0%
2024 69.34 60th 228 73.7%
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Data source: test scores: New Hampshire Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School

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Rank History for all middle school students at The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2014 53.08 63rd 132 52.3%
2015 28.80 79th 107 26.2%
2016 58.81 57th 134 57.5%
2017 52.77 62nd 125 50.4%
2018 48.15 73rd 131 44.3%
2019 58.45 49th 128 61.7%
2021 85.60 14th 125 88.8%
2022 54.13 54th 130 58.5%
2023 61.96 41st 134 69.4%
2024 61.23 43rd 130 66.9%
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Rank History for middle school Female students at The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 46.67 69th 116 40.5%
2019 42.67 72nd 114 36.8%
2021 94.71 4th 113 96.5%
2022 65.70 33rd 115 71.3%
2024 75.35 22nd 110 80.0%
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Rank History for middle school Male students at The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 75.68 23rd 113 79.6%
2021 79.30 16th 116 86.2%
2022 54.21 48th 117 59.0%
2023 62.06 39th 117 66.7%
2024 54.88 42nd 113 62.8%
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Rank History for middle school White students at The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools NH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 47.10 70th 129 45.7%
2019 56.93 49th 126 61.1%
2021 83.34 16th 123 87.0%
2022 48.61 58th 129 55.0%
2023 59.16 46th 132 65.2%
2024 64.64 37th 128 71.1%
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Data source: test scores: New Hampshire Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

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by a parent
Wednesday, March 18, 2020

Open Quote I have two children at The Birches, in 6th and 4th grade, and couldn't be happier with our experience. My oldest switched from town school in 2nd grade and my youngest was part of the first kindergarten at The Birches. Teaching is individualized, allowing students to move ahead if able or gain extra support if needed. Math is held during the same time throughout the school so students can move up a grade if they are excelling. The arts integrated approach allows creativity and hands on learning. We are so lucky to be a part of such an amazing school community. Close Quote


by a parent
Friday, February 7, 2020

Open Quote I am a parent of two children at The Birches Academy. My daughter is in 7th grade and has been there since 1st grade. My daughter is super bright and has always been challenged. The Birches meets children at their grade level. My daughter is being taught math two years above her grade level. My son is in 3rd grade. He has been there since Kindergarten and stayed back one year. He has been on an IEP since Kindergarten. Both children who have different learning styles and needs Love the school and love going to school. All the Teachers are amazing. Communication is always great, they are dedicated, and you can sense their passion for our school. At The Birches, parent involvement is encouraged. The arts are integrated with academics, which has been wonderful. I feel very fortunate to have found such a wonderful school for our children that feels like a family. Close Quote


by a parent
Wednesday, April 5, 2017

Open Quote There is a real family feel to the school. My children love school and love to learn. They learn more then just academics they learn character building skills. Close Quote



Enrollment information for The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2013 86 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 86
2014 164 1 1 2 0 0 0 0 168
2015 177 2 10 5 0 0 2 0 196
2016 191 2 13 12 0 1 2 0 221
2017 195 2 9 14 0 1 2 0 223
2018 186 2 10 15 0 0 4 0 217
2019 192 1 13 11 0 0 5 0 222
2020 190 1 13 14 0 0 6 0 224
2021 191 3 12 15 0 0 3 0 224
2022 191 3 10 14 0 0 5 0 223
2023 188 3 12 13 0 0 9 0 225

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2013 86 5.4 15.9 0
2014 168 7.0 24.0 3
2015 196 8.0 24.5 3.6
2016 221 12.0 18.4 5.4
2017 223 11.9 18.7 4.5
2018 217 10.0 21.7 5.1
2019 222 14.0 15.8 6.8
2020 224 13.5 16.5 6.7
2021 224 14.2 15.7 6.3
2022 223 11.6 19.2 5.4
2023 225 15.5 14.5 4.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2013 86 5.4 15.9 0
2014 168 7.0 24.0 3
2015 196 8.0 24.5 3.6
2016 221 12.0 18.4 5.4
2017 223 11.9 18.7 4.5
2018 217 10.0 21.7 5.1
2019 222 14.0 15.8 6.8
2020 224 13.5 16.5 6.7
2021 224 14.2 15.7 6.3
2022 223 11.6 19.2 5.4
2023 225 15.5 14.5 4.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 12th of 231 Elementary schoolsRanks 21st of 237 Elementary schools
 3.7%
Ranks 49th of 128 Middle schoolsRanks 41st of 134 Middle schools
 7.7%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Mathematics (The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School)10092
 8%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (The Birches Academy of Academics & Art A Public Charter Sch)10092
 8%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (New Hampshire)5752
 5%
3rd Grade Reading (The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School)8875
 13%
   3rd Grade Reading (The Birches Academy of Academics & Art A Public Charter Sch)8875
 13%
   3rd Grade Reading (New Hampshire)5246
 6%
4th Grade Mathematics (The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School)7392
 19%
   4th Grade Mathematics (The Birches Academy of Academics & Art A Public Charter Sch)7392
 19%
   4th Grade Mathematics (New Hampshire)5251
 1%
4th Grade Reading (The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School)5979
 20%
   4th Grade Reading (The Birches Academy of Academics & Art A Public Charter Sch)5979
 20%
   4th Grade Reading (New Hampshire)5550
 5%
5th Grade Mathematics (The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School)7654
 22%
   5th Grade Mathematics (The Birches Academy of Academics & Art A Public Charter Sch)7654
 22%
   5th Grade Mathematics (New Hampshire)4439
 5%
5th Grade Reading (The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School)8671
 15%
   5th Grade Reading (The Birches Academy of Academics & Art A Public Charter Sch)8671
 15%
   5th Grade Reading (New Hampshire)5754
 3%
5th Grade Science (The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School)6254
 8%
   5th Grade Science (The Birches Academy of Academics & Art A Public Charter Sch)6254
 8%
   5th Grade Science (New Hampshire)3836
 2%
6th Grade Mathematics (The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School)8448
 36%
   6th Grade Mathematics (The Birches Academy of Academics & Art A Public Charter Sch)8448
 36%
   6th Grade Mathematics (New Hampshire)4742
 5%
6th Grade Reading (The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School)6471
 7%
   6th Grade Reading (The Birches Academy of Academics & Art A Public Charter Sch)6471
 7%
   6th Grade Reading (New Hampshire)5653
 3%
7th Grade Mathematics (The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School)5956
 3%
   7th Grade Mathematics (The Birches Academy of Academics & Art A Public Charter Sch)5956
 3%
   7th Grade Mathematics (New Hampshire)4739
 8%
7th Grade Reading (The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School)5772
 15%
   7th Grade Reading (The Birches Academy of Academics & Art A Public Charter Sch)5772
 15%
   7th Grade Reading (New Hampshire)5654
 2%
8th Grade Mathematics (The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School)4532
 13%
   8th Grade Mathematics (The Birches Academy of Academics & Art A Public Charter Sch)4532
 13%
   8th Grade Mathematics (New Hampshire)4535
 10%
8th Grade Reading (The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School)5550
 5%
   8th Grade Reading (The Birches Academy of Academics & Art A Public Charter Sch)5550
 5%
   8th Grade Reading (New Hampshire)5351
 2%
8th Grade Science (The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School)3636
   8th Grade Science (The Birches Academy of Academics & Art A Public Charter Sch)3636
   8th Grade Science (New Hampshire)4135
 6%
All Grades Mathematics (The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School)7463
 11%
   All Grades Mathematics (The Birches Academy of Academics & Art A Public Charter Sch)7463
 11%
   All Grades Mathematics (New Hampshire)4842
 6%
All Grades Reading (The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School)6870
 2%
   All Grades Reading (The Birches Academy of Academics & Art A Public Charter Sch)6870
 2%
   All Grades Reading (New Hampshire)5652
 4%
All Grades Science (The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School)4946
 3%
   All Grades Science (The Birches Academy of Academics & Art A Public Charter Sch)4946
 3%
   All Grades Science (New Hampshire)4037
 3%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students222225
 1.4%
African American13
 200%
American Indian00
Asian1312
 7.7%
Hispanic1113
 18.2%
Pacific Islander00
White192188
 2.1%
Two or More Races59
 80%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients6.8%4.4%
 2.3%


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In the 2022-23 school year, 225 students attended The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School.

The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School ranks 47th of 234 New Hampshire elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Students at The Birches Academy of Academics - Art A Public Charter School are 84% White, 6% Hispanic, 5% Asian, 4% Two or more races, 1% African American.


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