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Berkeley Independent Study K-8
Elementary School · Berkeley Unified
2701 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley, CA 94703
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Berkeley Independent Study K-8
Elementary School in Berkeley · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Berkeley Independent Study K-8
Berkeley Independent Study K-8 is a public elementary school in Berkeley, CA, part of Berkeley Unified. Berkeley Independent Study K-8 serves approximately 27 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Berkeley Independent Study K-8 show 57% math proficiency (2024 CAASPP) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 CAASPP). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 27 students, Berkeley Independent Study K-8 is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9:1 students to teachers, Berkeley Independent Study K-8 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 27 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Address
- 2701 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley, CA 94703
- Phone
- (510) 644-6159
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 2 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Funding & Resources
Location
2701 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley, CA 94703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Berkeley Independent Study K-8 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sylvia Mendez Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.5 miles away). Another option is Washington Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away). Additionally, Malcolm X Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.5 miles away). For more schools in Berkeley, see our Berkeley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Berkeley Technology Academy Berkeley | 0.0 mi | 6.6 |
| WALDEN CENTER & SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Malcolm X Elementary Berkeley | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Washington Elementary Berkeley | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Berkwood Hedge School Berkeley | 0.5 mi | — |
| Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle Berkeley | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| BERKWOOD HEDGE SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Sylvia Mendez Elementary Berkeley | 0.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Berkeley High Berkeley | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Shu Ren International School Berkeley | 0.8 mi | — |
| EAST BAY SCHOOL FOR BOYS Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Willard Middle Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 9.7 |
| Sankofa United Elementary Oakland | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Emerge Berkeley Christian Academy Berkeley | 0.9 mi | — |
| Peralta Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| BERKELEY ROSE WALDORF SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| ESCUELA BILINGUE INTERNACIONAL Oakland | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Bayhill High Berkeley | 1.1 mi | — |
| BAYHILL HIGH SCHOOL Berkeley | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| BAYHILL HIGH SCHOOL Berkeley | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,922
Median Home Value
$1,273,000
Median Rent
$2,257/mo
Population
20,874
College Educated
71.4%
Homeownership
39.4%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
37.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Berkeley Independent Study K-8
What grades does Berkeley Independent Study K-8 serve?
Berkeley Independent Study K-8 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Berkeley Independent Study K-8?
Berkeley Independent Study K-8 has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Berkeley Independent Study K-8?
The student-teacher ratio at Berkeley Independent Study K-8 is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Berkeley Independent Study K-8?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Berkeley Independent Study K-8 has 57% math proficiency (2024 CAASPP) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 CAASPP).
Is Berkeley Independent Study K-8 a charter school?
No, Berkeley Independent Study K-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Berkeley Independent Study K-8 a Title I school?
No, Berkeley Independent Study K-8 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Berkeley Independent Study K-8?
44.4% of students at Berkeley Independent Study K-8 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 27
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.7%
- Phone
- (510) 644-6159
Resources & Links
District
Berkeley Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,077
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,833
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