Serving 407 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Birchtree Charter School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
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Birchtree Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
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Birchtree Charter School's student population of 407 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Motto
Head / Heart / Hands
Birchtree Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birchtree Charter School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#120 out of 441 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
5%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
78%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
13%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Birchtree Charter School's ranking?
Birchtree Charter School is ranked #120 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Birchtree Charter School often compared to?
Birchtree Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pioneer Peak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Birchtree Charter School?
407 students attend Birchtree Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Birchtree Charter School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Birchtree Charter School?
Birchtree Charter School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Birchtree Charter School offer ?
Birchtree Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Birchtree Charter School part of?
Birchtree Charter School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Birchtree Charter School located?
Birchtree Charter School is located in the Lakes neighborhood of Palmer, AK.
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