Serving 54 students in grades 10-12, Berkeley Technology Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berkeley Technology Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Berkeley Technology Academy's student population of 54 students has grown by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
54 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Berkeley Technology Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berkeley Technology Academy is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4999 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
26%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
54%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
9%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berkeley Technology Academy's ranking?
Berkeley Technology Academy is ranked #4999 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Berkeley Technology Academy often compared to?
Berkeley Technology Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Berkeley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Berkeley Technology Academy?
The graduation rate of Berkeley Technology Academy is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Berkeley Technology Academy?
54 students attend Berkeley Technology Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Berkeley Technology Academy students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berkeley Technology Academy?
Berkeley Technology Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Berkeley Technology Academy offer ?
Berkeley Technology Academy offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Berkeley Technology Academy part of?
Berkeley Technology Academy is part of Berkeley Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Berkeley Technology Academy located?
Berkeley Technology Academy is located in the South Berkeley neighborhood of Berkeley, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in South Berkeley.
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