Serving 410 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ruth Acty Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher 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 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Berkeley, CA, covering approximately 17.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruth Acty Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ruth Acty Elementary School's student population of 410 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
410 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
School Motto
Working together makes learning better!
School Rankings
Ruth Acty Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ruth Acty Elementary School is 0.73, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#205 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
27%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruth Acty Elementary School's ranking?
Ruth Acty Elementary School is ranked #205 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ruth Acty Elementary School often compared to?
Ruth Acty Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier, Rosa Parks Environmental Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ruth Acty Elementary School?
410 students attend Ruth Acty Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Ruth Acty Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruth Acty Elementary School?
Ruth Acty Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ruth Acty Elementary School offer ?
Ruth Acty Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ruth Acty Elementary School part of?
Ruth Acty Elementary School is part of Berkeley Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Ruth Acty Elementary School located?
Ruth Acty Elementary School is located in the Northwest Berkeley neighborhood of Berkeley, CA.
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