Birney
- State
- Washington
- County
- Pierce County
- City
- Tacoma
- Postal Code
- 98408
- Location
- 1202 South 76th Street
- Phone
- 253-571-4600
Birney is a public school located in a mid-size suburb setting in Pierce County County, Tacoma, Washington. The Birney serves grades 6 to 8 and has a population of 216 students.
Birney Overview
The Birney is ranked 292 out of 411 public schools in Washington. The Birney’s reading proficiency ranks 338, while math proficiency ranks 418. 23% of the students achieve proficiency in math which is lower than the Washington State’s 51%. Additionally, 41% of the students achieve proficiency in reading against the Washington State’s average of 60%.
Birney records average academic progress with low test scores compared to similar students in Washington. However, the progress shows that even though the starting point is below average, the Birney’s students strive to keep up with their peers in the Washington State.
The Birney has an enrollment of 50% male and 50% female. The diversity score stands at 38% compared to Washington’s 55%. Student minority enrollment stands at 55% compared to the Washington State’s 39%. In addition, 79% of the students come from economically challenged families. They depend on the free or reduced lunch program.
Birney has a student-teacher ratio of 17:1, compared to the State’s 18:1. All 18 teachers are certified, have more than three years of experience. Birney also works on a full-time basis. The Birney has no full-time counsellor.
Contact Details
For more details, you can visit the Birney at 1202 South 76th Street, Tacoma, Washington, 98408 or call 253-571-4600. You can also visit Birney’s website for more information.
Directions
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