Serving 636 students in grades 3-5, Birchwood Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Birchwood Intermediate School's student population of 636 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
636 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 26, 2026
School Rankings
Birchwood Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birchwood Intermediate School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3268 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
55%
30%
Black
5%
16%
White
32%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birchwood Intermediate School's ranking?
Birchwood Intermediate School is ranked #3268 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Birchwood Intermediate School often compared to?
Birchwood Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santapogue School, Half Hollow Hills High School West by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Birchwood Intermediate School?
636 students attend Birchwood Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Birchwood Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Birchwood Intermediate School?
Birchwood Intermediate School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Birchwood Intermediate School offer ?
Birchwood Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Birchwood Intermediate School part of?
Birchwood Intermediate School is part of South Huntington Union Free School District.
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