Birchview Elementary vs Oakwood Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Birchview Elementary
Plymouth · Public elementary · Grades K–5
441 students
Oakwood Elementary
Plymouth · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
545 students
| Measure | Birchview Elementary Plymouth, Minnesota | Oakwood Elementary Plymouth, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #198 of 923 | #185 of 923 |
| National rank | #5765 of 50,301 | #5379 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 441 | 545 |
| Enrollment | 441 | 545 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32% | 20.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 74% |
| city | Plymouth | Plymouth |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (78.6 vs 79.3).
- •Oakwood Elementary does better on math proficiency (74% vs 69%).
- •Oakwood Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 67%).
- •Oakwood Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.7% vs 32%).
- •Birchview Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 16.5).
- •Oakwood Elementary is the larger school with 545 students compared with 441.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Birchview Elementary better than Oakwood Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Birchview Elementary and Oakwood Elementary?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Plymouth and Plymouth in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Birchview Elementary: 441. Oakwood Elementary: 545. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Birchview Elementary and Oakwood Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Birchview Elementary is 198th of 923 and Oakwood Elementary is 185th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).