Very Good
#2458 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 26% in state
Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle
Middle School · Berkeley Unified
1500 Derby St., Berkeley, CA 94703
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,458 of 9,539
In Berkeley
#14 of 16
public schools
In district
#14 of 16
Berkeley Unified
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle
Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle is a public middle school in Berkeley, CA, part of Berkeley Unified. Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle serves approximately 442 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,458 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 8.8
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle — Students at Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.7/10.
How Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle Compares
See how Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1500 Derby St., Berkeley, CA 94703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Rosa Parks Environmental Science (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 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, Berkeley High (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Berkeley, see our Berkeley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WALDEN CENTER & SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Berkeley Technology Academy Berkeley | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Berkeley Independent Study K-8 Berkeley | 0.4 mi | — |
| Malcolm X Elementary Berkeley | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| BERKWOOD HEDGE SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Berkwood Hedge School Berkeley | 0.6 mi | — |
| Washington Elementary Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Shu Ren International School Berkeley | 0.7 mi | — |
| Ecole Bilingue De Berkeley Berkeley | 0.6 mi | — |
| ECOLE BILINGUE DE BERKELEY Berkeley | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Berkeley High Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| THE BERKELEY SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Aspire Berkley Maynard Academy Oakland | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Oxford Elementary at West Campus Berkeley | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Sylvia Mendez Elementary Berkeley | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Rosa Parks Environmental Science Berkeley | 1.0 mi | 9.4 |
| CEDAR CREEK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Berkeley | 1.3 mi | — |
| Sankofa United Elementary Oakland | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| BLACK PINE CIRCLE SCHOOL Berkeley | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Bayhill High Berkeley | 1.3 mi | — |
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 Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle
What grades does Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle serve?
Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle?
Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle has an enrollment of approximately 442 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle rank in CA?
Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle ranks #2,458 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle a charter school?
No, Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle a Title I school?
No, Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle?
43.7% of students at Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 442
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.8%
- Phone
- (510) 644-6360
Resources & Links
District
Berkeley Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,077
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,833
- District Rank
- #14 of 16
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