What types of schools are available in Berkeley, California?

Berkeley, California offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Berkeley, California

Q: How many schools are in Berkeley, California?

There are 17 schools in Berkeley, California, serving 9,116 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Berkeley?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Berkeley, California, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 17 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

9,116

Total Students

Across Berkeley

18.6:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

17 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)3 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)6 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)8 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 3,218 students at Berkeley High.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 9:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Cragmont Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

830 Regal Rd., Berkeley, CA 94708

Berkeley Technology Academy

publichighGrade 10-12

2701 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Berkeley, CA 94704

2955 Claremont Ave., Berkeley, CA 94705

Berkeley Independent Study K-8

publicmiddleK-8

2701 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley, CA 94703

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

2425 Stuart St., Berkeley, CA 94705

Oxford Elementary At West Campus

publicelementaryK-5

1222 University Ave., Berkeley, CA 94702

Thousand Oaks Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

840 Colusa Ave., Berkeley, CA 94707

Rosa Parks Environmental Science

publicelementaryK-5

920 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94710

Washington Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

2300 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Berkeley, CA 94704

Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier

publicelementaryK-5

1645 Milvia St., Berkeley, CA 94709

1465 Acton St., Berkeley, CA 94702

1731 Prince St., Berkeley, CA 94703

Martin Luther King Middle

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

1781 Rose St., Berkeley, CA 94703

Longfellow Arts And Technology Middle

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

1701 San Pablo Ave., Berkeley, CA 94702

Sylvia Mendez Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

2840 Ellsworth St., Berkeley, CA 94705

1980 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94704

2800 Forest Ave., Berkeley, CA 94705

Detailed Overview of Schools in Berkeley

Berkeley, California is home to 17 schools serving over 9,116 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Berkeley, California?

There are 17 schools in Berkeley, serving 9,116 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Berkeley?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Berkeley include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Berkeley?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Berkeley is 18.6:1.

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