Excellent
#25 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 1% in state
Ruth Acty Elementary
Elementary School · Berkeley Unified
1400 Ada St., Berkeley, CA 94702
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#25 of 9,539
In Berkeley
#2 of 16
public schools
In district
#2 of 16
Berkeley Unified
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Ruth Acty Elementary
Ruth Acty Elementary is a public elementary school in Berkeley, CA, part of Berkeley Unified. Ruth Acty Elementary serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ruth Acty Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #25 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ruth Acty Elementary show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.5 · Excellent
- District avg 8.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ruth Acty Elementary runs 20.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Ruth Acty Elementary — Students at Ruth Acty Elementary score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.9%
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: 9.3/10.
How Ruth Acty Elementary Compares
See how Ruth Acty Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1400 Ada St., Berkeley, CA 94702
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ruth Acty Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier (rated 9.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Cornell Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Albany), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SCHOOL OF THE MADELEINE (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Berkeley, see our Berkeley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE CROWDEN SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| The Crowden School Berkeley | 0.1 mi | — |
| CEDAR CREEK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.2 mi | — |
| Saint Mary's College High School Berkeley | 0.3 mi | — |
| Martin Luther King Middle Berkeley | 0.5 mi | 9.3 |
| THE BERKELEY SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Oxford Elementary at West Campus Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Marin Elementary Albany | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Shu Ren International School Berkeley | 0.8 mi | — |
| Bayhill High Berkeley | 0.7 mi | — |
| BAYHILL HIGH SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| BAYHILL HIGH SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| School of the Madeleine Berkeley | 0.8 mi | — |
| Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 9.3 |
| SCHOOL OF THE MADELEINE Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Thousand Oaks Elementary Berkeley | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Cornell Elementary Albany | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| TILDEN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Albany | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Tilden Preparatory School Albany | 1.0 mi | — |
| BERKWOOD HEDGE SCHOOL Berkeley | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,135
Median Home Value
$1,168,200
Median Rent
$1,974/mo
Population
17,073
College Educated
65.5%
Homeownership
48.9%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
40.9
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|---|---|
| Argonaut Elementary Saratoga, CA | 9.5 |
| Brittan Acres Elementary San Carlos, CA | 9.5 |
| College Park Elementary San Mateo, CA | 9.5 |
| Montecito Union Santa Barbara, CA | 9.5 |
| Springer Elementary Mountain View, CA | 9.5 |
| Top of the World Elementary Laguna Beach, CA | 9.5 |
Compare Ruth Acty Elementary with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
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- CompareRuth Acty Elementary vs Cragmont ElementaryBerkeley, CA Peer score 8.9/10 -0.6 vs Ruth Acty Elementary
- CompareRuth Acty Elementary vs Thousand Oaks ElementaryBerkeley, CA Peer score 7.5/10 -2.0 vs Ruth Acty Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ruth Acty Elementary
What grades does Ruth Acty Elementary serve?
Ruth Acty Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ruth Acty Elementary?
Ruth Acty Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ruth Acty Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ruth Acty Elementary is 20.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ruth Acty Elementary rank in CA?
Ruth Acty Elementary ranks #25 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ruth Acty Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ruth Acty Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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 Ruth Acty Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ruth Acty Elementary has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ruth Acty Elementary a charter school?
No, Ruth Acty Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ruth Acty Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ruth Acty Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ruth Acty Elementary?
16.9% of students at Ruth Acty 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 396
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.3%
- Phone
- (510) 644-6298
Resources & Links
District
Berkeley Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,077
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,833
- District Rank
- #2 of 16
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