Serving 293 students in grades Kindergarten-5, John Muir Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: John Muir Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Berkeley school district, encompassing approximately 17.7 square miles. Typically, it takes 5-10 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, which extends up to 6.7 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Muir Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
John Muir Elementary School's student population of 293 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
293 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1916
School Rankings
John Muir Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Muir Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1681 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
12%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
51%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Muir Elementary School's ranking?
John Muir Elementary School is ranked #1681 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are John Muir Elementary School often compared to?
John Muir Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerson Elementary School, Malcolm X Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend John Muir Elementary School?
293 students attend John Muir Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of John Muir Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Muir Elementary School?
John Muir Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John Muir Elementary School offer ?
John Muir Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is John Muir Elementary School part of?
John Muir Elementary School is part of Berkeley Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is John Muir Elementary School located?
John Muir Elementary School is located in the Claremont neighborhood of Berkeley, CA.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Return from Spring Break
April 05, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
June 03, 2027 (Thursday)
Last Day of School (Minimum Day Schedule)
June 03, 2027 (Thursday)
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