Excellent
#88 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 5% of private schools
The Berkeley School
Elementary School
1310 UNIVERSITY AVE, Berkeley, CA 94702
Enrollment
153
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
153
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#88 of 1,787
In Berkeley
#3 of 14
public schools
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The Berkeley School
Elementary School in Berkeley · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Berkeley School
The Berkeley School is a private elementary school in Berkeley, CA. The Berkeley School serves approximately 153 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. The Berkeley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #88 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 153 students, The Berkeley School 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 6.4:1 students to teachers, The Berkeley School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Berkeley School 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 The Berkeley School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Berkeley, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Berkeley School (this school) | 8.0 |
| Oxford Elementary at West Campus | 7.6 |
| Rosa Parks Environmental Science | 9.4 |
| Ruth Acty Elementary | 9.5 |
| Washington Elementary | 9.0 |
| Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle | 7.5 |
| Martin Luther King Middle | 9.3 |
| Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier | 9.3 |
| Berkeley Independent Study K-8 | — |
| Malcolm X Elementary | 8.8 |
| Sylvia Mendez Elementary | 9.2 |
| Willard Middle | 9.7 |
| Thousand Oaks Elementary | 7.5 |
| Cragmont Elementary | 8.9 |
| Emerson Elementary | 9.4 |
| John Muir Elementary | 9.4 |
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
1310 UNIVERSITY AVE, Berkeley, CA 94702
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Berkeley School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ruth Acty Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rosa Parks Environmental Science (rated 9.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Washington Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Berkeley, see our Berkeley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oxford Elementary at West Campus Berkeley | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| CEDAR CREEK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.5 mi | — |
| Shu Ren International School Berkeley | 0.4 mi | — |
| Rosa Parks Environmental Science Berkeley | 0.5 mi | 9.4 |
| Ruth Acty Elementary Berkeley | 0.6 mi | 9.5 |
| BLACK PINE CIRCLE SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Black Pine Circle Berkeley | 0.6 mi | — |
| The Crowden School Berkeley | 0.7 mi | — |
| THE CROWDEN SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| BPC UPPER SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| VIA CENTER Berkeley | 0.7 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy Berkeley Berkeley | 0.7 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY BERKELEY Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| BERKWOOD HEDGE SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Berkwood Hedge School Berkeley | 0.7 mi | — |
| Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Saint Mary's College High School Berkeley | 0.9 mi | — |
| Washington Elementary Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| WALDEN CENTER & SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Berkeley High Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Berkeley School
What grades does The Berkeley School serve?
The Berkeley School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend The Berkeley School?
The Berkeley School has an enrollment of approximately 153 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Berkeley School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Berkeley School is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Berkeley School rank in CA?
The Berkeley School ranks #88 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is The Berkeley School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Berkeley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Berkeley School a private school?
Yes, The Berkeley School 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 The Berkeley School a religious school?
No, The Berkeley School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 153
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Alameda County
- Phone
- (510) 665-8800
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