Serving 718 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Birch Creek School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birch Creek School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Birch Creek School's student population of 718 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
718 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Birch Creek School ranks within the top 30% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birch Creek School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#217 out of 957 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)52%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
84%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birch Creek School's ranking?
Birch Creek School is ranked #217 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Birch Creek School often compared to?
Birch Creek Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunrise School, Summit School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Birch Creek School?
718 students attend Birch Creek School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Birch Creek School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Birch Creek School?
Birch Creek School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Birch Creek School offer ?
Birch Creek School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Birch Creek School part of?
Birch Creek School is part of Cache School District.
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