Serving 469 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Malcolm X 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% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Malcolm X Elementary serves the entire district of Berkeley, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 17.7 square miles. Most residents are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the school from the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malcolm X 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
Malcolm X Elementary School's student population of 469 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
469 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Malcolm X 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 Malcolm X Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1470 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
16%
5%
White
42%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.6%
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 Malcolm X Elementary School's ranking?
Malcolm X Elementary School is ranked #1470 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Malcolm X Elementary School often compared to?
Malcolm X Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Muir Elementary School, Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Malcolm X Elementary School?
469 students attend Malcolm X Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Malcolm X Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Malcolm X Elementary School?
Malcolm X Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Malcolm X Elementary School offer ?
Malcolm X Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Malcolm X Elementary School part of?
Malcolm X Elementary School is part of Berkeley Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Malcolm X Elementary School located?
Malcolm X Elementary 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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Event
Date
Last Day of School
June 03, 2027 (Thursday)
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