Very Good
#102 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 6% of private schools
Berkwood Hedge School
Elementary School
1809 BANCROFT WAY, Berkeley, CA 94703
Enrollment
105
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
105
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#102 of 1,787
In Berkeley
#4 of 14
public schools
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Berkwood Hedge School
Elementary School in Berkeley · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Berkwood Hedge School
Berkwood Hedge School is a private elementary school in Berkeley, CA. Berkwood Hedge School serves approximately 105 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Berkwood Hedge School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #102 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 105 students, Berkwood Hedge School 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 6.6:1 students to teachers, Berkwood Hedge School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Berkwood Hedge School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Berkwood Hedge School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Berkeley, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Berkwood Hedge School (this school) | 7.9 |
| Washington Elementary | 9.0 |
| Berkeley Independent Study K-8 | — |
| Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle | 7.5 |
| Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier | 9.3 |
| Oxford Elementary at West Campus | 7.6 |
| Sylvia Mendez Elementary | 9.2 |
| Ruth Acty Elementary | 9.5 |
| Willard Middle | 9.7 |
| Malcolm X Elementary | 8.8 |
| Martin Luther King Middle | 9.3 |
| Rosa Parks Environmental Science | 9.4 |
| Emerson Elementary | 9.4 |
| John Muir Elementary | 9.4 |
| Thousand Oaks Elementary | 7.5 |
| Cragmont Elementary | 8.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1809 BANCROFT WAY, Berkeley, CA 94703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Berkwood Hedge School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier (rated 9.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sylvia Mendez Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Washington Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Berkeley, see our Berkeley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Berkwood Hedge School Berkeley | 0.0 mi | — |
| Washington Elementary Berkeley | 0.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Berkeley High Berkeley | 0.2 mi | 9.1 |
| WALDEN CENTER & SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Shu Ren International School Berkeley | 0.3 mi | — |
| Berkeley Technology Academy Berkeley | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Berkeley Independent Study K-8 Berkeley | 0.5 mi | — |
| Bayhill High Berkeley | 0.6 mi | — |
| BAYHILL HIGH SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| BAYHILL HIGH SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle Berkeley | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| THE BERKELEY SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| EAST BAY SCHOOL FOR BOYS Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| CEDAR CREEK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.8 mi | — |
| Oxford Elementary at West Campus Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Malcolm X Elementary Berkeley | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| The Crowden School Berkeley | 1.0 mi | — |
| Martin Luther King Middle Berkeley | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Sylvia Mendez Elementary Berkeley | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
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 Berkwood Hedge School
What grades does Berkwood Hedge School serve?
Berkwood Hedge School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Berkwood Hedge School?
Berkwood Hedge School has an enrollment of approximately 105 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Berkwood Hedge School?
The student-teacher ratio at Berkwood Hedge School is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Berkwood Hedge School rank in CA?
Berkwood Hedge School ranks #102 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Berkwood Hedge School's MySchoolScout rating?
Berkwood Hedge School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Berkwood Hedge School a private school?
Yes, Berkwood Hedge School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Berkwood Hedge School a religious school?
No, Berkwood Hedge School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 105
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Alameda County
- Phone
- (510) 883-6990
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