Serving 462 students in grades 6-8, Longfellow Arts And Technology Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Longfellow Arts And Technology Middle School's student population of 462 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
462 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Longfellow's mission is to enable our student body to achieve academic excellence and make positive contributions to our world.
School Rankings
Longfellow Arts And Technology Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Longfellow Arts And Technology Middle School is 0.76, 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
#3611 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
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)22.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Longfellow Arts And Technology Middle School's ranking?
Longfellow Arts And Technology Middle School is ranked #3611 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Longfellow Arts And Technology Middle School often compared to?
Longfellow Arts And Technology Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willard Middle School, Martin Luther King Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Longfellow Arts And Technology Middle School?
462 students attend Longfellow Arts And Technology Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Longfellow Arts And Technology Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Longfellow Arts And Technology Middle School?
Longfellow Arts And Technology Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Longfellow Arts And Technology Middle School offer ?
Longfellow Arts And Technology Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Longfellow Arts And Technology Middle School part of?
Longfellow Arts And Technology Middle School is part of Berkeley Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Longfellow Arts And Technology Middle School located?
Longfellow Arts And Technology Middle School is located in the South Berkeley neighborhood of Berkeley, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in South Berkeley.
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