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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
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Academic performance
8.5 / 10
Very strong
About Berkeley Independent Study K-8
Berkeley Independent Study K-8 is a public elementary school in Berkeley, CA, part of the Berkeley Unified. The school serves approximately 27 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Students demonstrate 57% proficiency in math, 22 points above the state average and 71% in reading/language arts, 24 points above the state average.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $108,922, where 71% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a midsize city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 27 students, Berkeley Independent Study K-8 is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9:1, Berkeley Independent Study K-8 offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction 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, Sankofa United Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Oakland). 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 | 7.1 |
| WALDEN CENTER & SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Malcolm X Elementary Berkeley | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Washington Elementary Berkeley | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Berkwood Hedge School Berkeley | 0.5 mi | — |
| Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle Berkeley | 0.4 mi | 9.1 |
| BERKWOOD HEDGE SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Sylvia Mendez Elementary Berkeley | 0.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Berkeley High Berkeley | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| 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 | 8.9 |
| Sankofa United Elementary Oakland | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Emerge Berkeley Christian Academy Berkeley | 0.9 mi | — |
| Peralta Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Berkeley Independent Study K-8 has a median household income of $108,922. It is a well-educated community where 71% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,273,000, with a median rent of $2,257/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.4%. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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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 the most recent state assessment data, Berkeley Independent Study K-8 has 57.1% math proficiency and 71.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (5,909/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Berkeley). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (510) 644-6159
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Berkeley Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,077
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,833
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