Excellent
#622 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
Malcolm X Elementary
Elementary School · Berkeley Unified
1731 Prince St., Berkeley, CA 94703
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Berkeley
#13 of 16
public schools
California elementary schools
#459 of 5,817
In district
#13 of 16
Berkeley Unified
School environment
9.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Malcolm X Elementary
Malcolm X Elementary is a public elementary school in Berkeley, CA, part of the Berkeley Unified. The school serves approximately 460 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 19.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 93.5th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 63% proficiency in math, 24 points above the state average and 65% in reading/language arts, 20 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.0/10). 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.
Score Breakdown
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Malcolm X Elementary — Students at Malcolm X Elementary score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 8.2/10.
How Malcolm X Elementary Compares
See how Malcolm X Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 62% (2019) to 62.62% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 66% (2019) to 64.95% (2024).
Location
1731 Prince St., Berkeley, CA 94703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Malcolm X Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sylvia Mendez Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Washington Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sankofa United Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Oakland), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Berkeley, see our Berkeley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Berkeley Technology Academy Berkeley | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Berkeley Independent Study K-8 Berkeley | 0.5 mi | — |
| Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle Berkeley | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| Sankofa United Elementary Oakland | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| WALDEN CENTER & SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Aspire Berkley Maynard Academy Oakland | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Sylvia Mendez Elementary Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Washington Elementary Berkeley | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Berkwood Hedge School Berkeley | 1.0 mi | — |
| BERKWOOD HEDGE SCHOOL Berkeley | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Home and Hospital Program Oakland | 1.0 mi | — |
| Young Adult Program Oakland | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Peralta Elementary Oakland | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Ecole Bilingue De Berkeley Berkeley | 0.9 mi | — |
| Berkeley High Berkeley | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| ECOLE BILINGUE DE BERKELEY Berkeley | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| ESCUELA BILINGUE INTERNACIONAL Oakland | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Willard Middle Berkeley | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Shu Ren International School Berkeley | 1.2 mi | — |
| Anna Yates Elementary Emeryville | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
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 Malcolm X Elementary 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.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aspire Firestone Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 8.5 |
| Birney Tech Academy Pico Rivera, CA | 8.5 |
| Carver Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.5 |
| Charles W. Barrett Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.5 |
| Cherry Chase Elementary Sunnyvale, CA | 8.5 |
| Cherrywood Elementary San Jose, CA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Malcolm X Elementary
What grades does Malcolm X Elementary serve?
Malcolm X Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Malcolm X Elementary?
Malcolm X Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Malcolm X Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Malcolm X Elementary is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Malcolm X Elementary rank in CA?
Malcolm X Elementary is ranked #622 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Malcolm X Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Malcolm X Elementary has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Malcolm X Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Malcolm X Elementary has 62.9% math proficiency and 65.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Malcolm X Elementary a charter school?
No, Malcolm X Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Malcolm X Elementary a Title I school?
No, Malcolm X Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Malcolm X Elementary?
33.0% of students at Malcolm X Elementary 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
- Walk Score
- 91 Walker's Paradise
- Transit Score
- 63 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 99 Biker’s Paradise
- City Safety
- High (5,909/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 460
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Alameda County
- Phone
- (510) 644-6313
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Berkeley Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,077
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,833
- District Rank
- #13 of 16
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