Excellent
#9 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 1% in state
Willard Middle
Middle School · Berkeley Unified
2425 Stuart St., Berkeley, CA 94705
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
9.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
9.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9 of 9,539
In Berkeley
#1 of 16
public schools
In district
#1 of 16
Berkeley Unified
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Willard Middle
Willard Middle is a public middle school in Berkeley, CA, part of Berkeley Unified. Willard Middle serves approximately 578 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Willard Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.7 out of 10 and ranks #9 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Willard Middle show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.7 · Excellent
- District avg 8.8
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Willard Middle — Students at Willard Middle score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Willard Middle Compares
See how Willard Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2425 Stuart St., Berkeley, CA 94705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willard Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Claremont Middle (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Oakland), with a comparable rating. Additionally, EAST BAY SCHOOL FOR BOYS (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sylvia Mendez Elementary Berkeley | 0.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Emerge Berkeley Christian Academy Berkeley | 0.4 mi | — |
| Maybeck High School Berkeley | 0.3 mi | — |
| BERKELEY ROSE WALDORF SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| MAYBECK HIGH SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Emerson Elementary Berkeley | 0.4 mi | 9.4 |
| EAST BAY SCHOOL FOR BOYS Berkeley | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| ESCUELA BILINGUE INTERNACIONAL Oakland | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Peralta Elementary Oakland | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Berkeley Technology Academy Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Berkeley Independent Study K-8 Berkeley | 0.7 mi | — |
| MENTORING ACADEMY Oakland | 0.9 mi | — |
| John Muir Elementary Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Sankofa United Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Berkeley High Berkeley | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| WALDEN CENTER & SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Claremont Middle Oakland | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Washington Elementary Berkeley | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Malcolm X Elementary Berkeley | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Berkwood Hedge School Berkeley | 1.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$163,254
Median Home Value
$1,892,300
Median Rent
$2,330/mo
Population
14,149
College Educated
78.7%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
44.5
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| Warren E. Hyde Middle Cupertino, CA | 9.6 |
| KIPP Heartwood Academy San Jose, CA | 9.5 |
| Roosevelt Middle San Francisco, CA | 9.5 |
| Ellen Fletcher Middle Palo Alto, CA | 9.4 |
| KIPP Summit Academy San Lorenzo, CA | 9.4 |
| Pacific Beach Middle San Diego, CA | 9.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willard Middle
What grades does Willard Middle serve?
Willard Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Willard Middle?
Willard Middle has an enrollment of approximately 578 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willard Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Willard Middle is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willard Middle rank in CA?
Willard Middle ranks #9 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Willard Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Willard Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.7 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 Willard Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willard Middle has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Willard Middle a charter school?
No, Willard Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willard Middle a Title I school?
No, Willard Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willard Middle?
24.9% of students at Willard 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
- 578
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.4%
- Phone
- (510) 644-6330
Resources & Links
District
Berkeley Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,077
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,833
- District Rank
- #1 of 16
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