Very Good
#168 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 9% of private schools
East Bay School for Boys
Middle School
2340 DURANT AVE, Berkeley, CA 94704
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#168 of 1,787
In Berkeley
#7 of 14
public schools
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East Bay School for Boys
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About East Bay School for Boys
East Bay School for Boys is a private middle school in Berkeley, CA. East Bay School for Boys serves approximately 75 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. East Bay School for Boys has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #168 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 75 students, East Bay School for Boys 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 8:1 students to teachers, East Bay School for Boys sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
East Bay School for Boys 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 East Bay School for Boys compares to the 17 public schools in Berkeley, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Berkeley
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| East Bay School for Boys (this school) | 7.7 |
| Berkeley High | 9.1 |
| Willard Middle | 9.7 |
| Washington Elementary | 9.0 |
| Sylvia Mendez Elementary | 9.2 |
| Berkeley Technology Academy | 6.6 |
| Berkeley Independent Study K-8 | — |
| Emerson Elementary | 9.4 |
| Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier | 9.3 |
| Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle | 7.5 |
| John Muir Elementary | 9.4 |
| Malcolm X Elementary | 8.8 |
| Martin Luther King Middle | 9.3 |
| Oxford Elementary at West Campus | 7.6 |
| Ruth Acty Elementary | 9.5 |
| Rosa Parks Environmental Science | 9.4 |
| Cragmont Elementary | 8.9 |
| Thousand Oaks Elementary | 7.5 |
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
2340 DURANT AVE, Berkeley, CA 94704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Bay School for Boys may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Willard Middle (rated 9.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Emerson Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier (rated 9.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Berkeley, see our Berkeley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Emerge Berkeley Christian Academy Berkeley | 0.4 mi | — |
| BERKELEY ROSE WALDORF SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Willard Middle Berkeley | 0.5 mi | 9.7 |
| Sylvia Mendez Elementary Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Berkeley High Berkeley | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| Maybeck High School Berkeley | 0.6 mi | — |
| MAYBECK HIGH SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Washington Elementary Berkeley | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Berkwood Hedge School Berkeley | 0.7 mi | — |
| Berkeley Technology Academy Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Berkeley Independent Study K-8 Berkeley | 0.8 mi | — |
| BERKWOOD HEDGE SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| WALDEN CENTER & SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Emerson Elementary Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 9.3 |
| BAYHILL HIGH SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| BAYHILL HIGH SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Bayhill High Berkeley | 0.8 mi | — |
| Shu Ren International School Berkeley | 0.9 mi | — |
| ESCUELA BILINGUE INTERNACIONAL Oakland | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,105
Median Home Value
$918,500
Median Rent
$1,987/mo
Population
24,427
College Educated
71.7%
Homeownership
11.7%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
46.2%
Median Age
21.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Bay School for Boys
What grades does East Bay School for Boys serve?
East Bay School for Boys serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend East Bay School for Boys?
East Bay School for Boys has an enrollment of approximately 75 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Bay School for Boys?
The student-teacher ratio at East Bay School for Boys is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does East Bay School for Boys rank in CA?
East Bay School for Boys ranks #168 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is East Bay School for Boys's MySchoolScout rating?
East Bay School for Boys has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is East Bay School for Boys a private school?
Yes, East Bay School for Boys is a private all-boys 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 East Bay School for Boys a religious school?
No, East Bay School for Boys is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 75
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Alameda County
- Phone
- (510) 621-3272
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