Serving 395 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier's student population of 395 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#879 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
13%
55%
Black
10%
5%
White
44%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier's ranking?
Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier is ranked #879 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier often compared to?
Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittieris often viewed alongside schools like Ruth Acty Elementary School, Cragmont Elementary School, Oxford Elementary At West Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier?
395 students attend Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier?
Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier offer ?
Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier part of?
Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier is part of Berkeley Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier located?
Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier is located in the North Berkeley neighborhood of Berkeley, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in North Berkeley.
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