Birchtree Charter School

About Birchtree Charter School

Birchtree Charter School is an innovative and progressive charter school located in the heart of the city. Founded in 2020, Birchtree Charter School is dedicated to providing a quality education for students of all ages and backgrounds. The school offers an array of educational opportunities, including a rigorous academic program, a wide range of extracurricular activities, and a nurturing environment that encourages creativity and growth.
At Birchtree Charter School, students are encouraged to explore their passions and develop their skills in a safe and supportive environment. The school provides students with the opportunity to learn in small classes, with individualized instruction and support from experienced and dedicated teachers. The school also offers a variety of enrichment activities, such as clubs, sports, and field trips, to help students explore their interests and develop their skills.
Birchtree Charter School is committed to providing a high-quality education that prepares students for success in college and beyond. The school strives to create a learning environment that is both academically rigorous and socially engaging. Through its unique approach to learning, Birchtree Charter School is helping to shape the future of education in the city.

Address:	1675 N Nadina St. Palmer, AK 99645
Phone:	(907) 745-1831
Site:	www.birchtreecharterschool.org/
Grades:	K – 8
Enrollment:	352 students

Overview Birchtree Charter School

Birchtree Charter School serves 352 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
Birchtree Charter School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).

Verdict on Birchtree Charter School

Birchtree Charter School is ranked within the top 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Birchtree Charter School is 0.46, 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.