B+ Top 31%

Birch Meadow School

Grades K-05 READING, MA

Moved down 175 places from 2024 to 2025

#255 State Rank
A District Grade
27 Arthur B Lord Drive, READING, MA 01867
High Attendance 96.1%
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
346 Students
96.1% Attendance Rate
52.2 Composite Score
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MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

English Language Arts

55.3% Meeting or exceeding expectations

10.3% exceeding expectations

2023 54% 54%
2024 58.7% 58.7%
2025 55.3% 55.3%

Mathematics

57.3% Meeting or exceeding expectations

14% exceeding expectations

2023 55.3% 55.3%
2024 60.7% 60.7%
2025 57.3% 57.3%

Science

64% Meeting or exceeding expectations

17% exceeding expectations

2023 59% 59%
2024 68% 68%
2025 64% 64%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025English Language Arts03 56%9%
2025English Language Arts04 59%16%
2025English Language Arts05 51%6%
2025Mathematics03 51%14%
2025Mathematics04 59%18%
2025Mathematics05 62%10%
2025Science05 64%17%
2024English Language Arts03 57%14%
2024English Language Arts04 50%3%
2024English Language Arts05 69%9%
2024Mathematics03 63%12%
2024Mathematics04 53%10%
2024Mathematics05 66%7%
2024Science05 68%11%
2023English Language Arts03 40%5%
2023English Language Arts04 64%12%
2023English Language Arts05 58%11%
2023Mathematics03 35%4%
2023Mathematics04 71%9%
2023Mathematics05 60%12%
2023Science05 59%25%

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

346 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 78.6%
Multiracial 6.6%
Asian 6.1%
Hispanic 4.9%
Black 3.8%

Gender

54.9% Male
45.1% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 2.6%
Special Education 23.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch 9.2%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

96.1% Attendance Rate
3.7% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

27 Arthur B Lord Drive, READING, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Birch Meadow School's grade rating?

Birch Meadow School has earned a grade of B+, ranked #255 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 31% of Massachusetts Elementary schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Birch Meadow School?

Approximately 346 students are enrolled at Birch Meadow School.

How does Birch Meadow School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Birch Meadow School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (55% proficient), Mathematics (57% proficient), Science (64% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Birch Meadow School?

Birch Meadow School has an attendance rate of 96.1%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Birch Meadow School part of?

Birch Meadow School is part of Reading School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.