BIRCH SCHOOL

BIRCH SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MERRICK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in MERRICK, NY with about 511 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 46 teachers, BIRCH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The BIRCH SCHOOL, located at 2400 Central Parkway in Merrick, New York, is one of the elementary schools serving the Merrick Union Free School District. It serves as a foundational academic institution for the local community, focusing on providing a comprehensive primary education that emphasizes both core curriculum standards and the development of essential social and emotional skills. The school is known for fostering a supportive, student-centered environment that encourages collaboration between faculty, parents, and students to help children reach their full academic potential.

As part of the Merrick school system, BIRCH SCHOOL benefits from a district-wide commitment to high educational standards and the integration of modern instructional techniques. The school provides a variety of programs and extracurricular opportunities designed to enrich the student experience, including a strong emphasis on literacy, mathematics, and science, alongside character-building initiatives. For more detailed information regarding their specific school programs, district policies, and upcoming events, families and interested community members can visit their official website at http://www.merrick.k12.ny.us.

For more information, contact BIRCH SCHOOL at (516) 992-7250 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.