Serving 381 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Math Proficiency: 70%
- Reading Proficiency: 72%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier's student population of 381 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)72%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
14%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
41%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier often compared to?
Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittieris often viewed alongside schools like Ruth Acty Elementary School, Cragmont Elementary School, Oxford Elementary At West Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier?
381 students attend Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier?
Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier offer ?
Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier part of?
Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier is part of Berkeley Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier located?
Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier is located in the North Berkeley neighborhood of Berkeley, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in North Berkeley.
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