Very Good
#148 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 8% of private schools
The Crowden School
Middle School
1475 ROSE ST, Berkeley, CA 94702
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
2.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
3rd – 8th
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
2.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
3rd – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#148 of 1,787
In Berkeley
#6 of 14
public schools
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The Crowden School
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About The Crowden School
The Crowden School is a private middle school in Berkeley, CA. The Crowden School serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades 3rd-8th, and has a 2.1:1 student-teacher ratio. The Crowden School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #148 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 39 students, The Crowden 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 2.1:1 students to teachers, The Crowden School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Crowden 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 Crowden School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Berkeley, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Crowden School (this school) | 7.8 |
| Ruth Acty Elementary | 9.5 |
| Martin Luther King Middle | 9.3 |
| Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier | 9.3 |
| Oxford Elementary at West Campus | 7.6 |
| Thousand Oaks Elementary | 7.5 |
| Washington Elementary | 9.0 |
| Rosa Parks Environmental Science | 9.4 |
| Cragmont Elementary | 8.9 |
| Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle | 7.5 |
| Berkeley Independent Study K-8 | — |
| Sylvia Mendez Elementary | 9.2 |
| Willard Middle | 9.7 |
| Malcolm X Elementary | 8.8 |
| 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
1475 ROSE ST, Berkeley, CA 94702
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Crowden School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ruth Acty Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Martin Luther King Middle (rated 9.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier (rated 9.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Berkeley, see our Berkeley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Crowden School Berkeley | 0.0 mi | — |
| Ruth Acty Elementary Berkeley | 0.1 mi | 9.5 |
| CEDAR CREEK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.2 mi | — |
| Saint Mary's College High School Berkeley | 0.2 mi | — |
| Martin Luther King Middle Berkeley | 0.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Marin Elementary Albany | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| THE BERKELEY SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Oxford Elementary at West Campus Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| 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 | 0.7 mi | — |
| SCHOOL OF THE MADELEINE Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Thousand Oaks Elementary Berkeley | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| BERKWOOD HEDGE SCHOOL Berkeley | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Berkwood Hedge School Berkeley | 1.0 mi | — |
| Cornell Elementary Albany | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Berkeley High Berkeley | 1.0 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ODYSSEY SCHOOL San Mateo, CA | 7.6 |
| Sequoia Union Elementary Lemon Cove, CA | 8.0 |
| Freshwater Charter Middle Eureka, CA | 7.5 |
| VISALIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Visalia, CA | 7.2 |
| CITY KIDS LA Los Angeles, CA | 7.1 |
| INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Montclair, CA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Crowden School
What grades does The Crowden School serve?
The Crowden School serves students in grades 3rd through 8th.
How many students attend The Crowden School?
The Crowden School has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Crowden School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Crowden School is 2.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Crowden School rank in CA?
The Crowden School ranks #148 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is The Crowden School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Crowden School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Crowden School a private school?
Yes, The Crowden 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 Crowden School a religious school?
No, The Crowden School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 3rd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 39
- Gender Split
- 38% M / 62% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Alameda County
- Phone
- (510) 559-6910
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