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Big Minds
Middle School
1937 SAN PABLO AVE, Pinole, CA 94564
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Big Minds
Big Minds is a private middle school in Pinole, CA 94564. The school serves approximately 26 students in grades 1st – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 2.9:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $120,833, where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 26 students, Big Minds 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 2.9:1, Big Minds 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.
As a private school, Big Minds operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $86,580
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $80,353
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 0.93x — Tight
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 95%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $305,778
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 26 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Big Minds compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Pinole, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Big Minds (this school) | — |
| Collins Elementary | 6.3 |
| West County Mandarin | 7.1 |
| Pinole Middle | 5.7 |
| Shannon Elementary | 8.3 |
| Stewart Elementary | 8.4 |
| Ellerhorst Elementary | 8.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 26 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.9:1
- Address
- 1937 SAN PABLO AVE, Pinole, CA 94564
- Phone
- (510) 334-0919
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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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
1937 SAN PABLO AVE, Pinole, CA 94564
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Big Minds may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pinole Middle (rated 5.7/10, 0.7 miles away). Additionally, Betty Reid Soskin Middle (rated 4.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby El Sobrante). For more schools in Pinole, see our Pinole schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Big Minds Unschool Online Pinole | 0.0 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pinole | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| LA CASITA BILINGUE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Pinole | 0.2 mi | — |
| King's Academy Pinole | 0.3 mi | — |
| Collins Elementary Pinole | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Pinole Middle Pinole | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| West County Mandarin Pinole | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Stewart Elementary Pinole | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Pinole Valley High Pinole | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Shannon Elementary Pinole | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Tara Hills Elementary San Pablo | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Ohlone Elementary Hercules | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Seneca Family of Agencies, Catalyst Academy El Sobrante | 1.5 mi | — |
| Betty Reid Soskin Middle El Sobrante | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| SENECA FAMILY OF AGENCIE- CATALYST ACADEMY El Sobrante | 1.5 mi | — |
| EL SOBRANTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Sobrante | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| El Sobrante Christian School El Sobrante | 1.6 mi | — |
| Bethel Christian Academy El Sobrante | 1.8 mi | — |
| Caliber: Beta Academy Richmond | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Murphy Elementary El Sobrante | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94564 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,833
Median Home Value
$697,100
Median Rent
$2,738/mo
Population
18,835
College Educated
38.7%
Homeownership
75.9%
Avg Commute
37.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
44.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Big Minds has a median household income of $120,833. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $697,100, with a median rent of $2,738/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Big Minds
What grades does Big Minds serve?
Big Minds serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Big Minds?
Big Minds has an enrollment of approximately 26 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Big Minds?
The student-teacher ratio at Big Minds is 2.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Big Minds a private school?
Yes, Big Minds 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 Big Minds a religious school?
No, Big Minds is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,480/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Pinole). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 26
- Gender Split
- 85% M / 15% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 145 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- CONTRA COSTA
- Phone
- (510) 334-0919
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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