Serving 364 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rosa Parks Environmental Science 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 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rosa Parks Environmental Science 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
Rosa Parks Environmental Science's student population of 364 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rosa Parks Environmental Science 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 Rosa Parks Environmental Science is 0.71, 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
#666 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
22%
55%
Black
10%
5%
White
46%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
51%
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 Rosa Parks Environmental Science's ranking?
Rosa Parks Environmental Science is ranked #666 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rosa Parks Environmental Science often compared to?
Rosa Parks Environmental Scienceis often viewed alongside schools like Ruth Acty 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rosa Parks Environmental Science?
364 students attend Rosa Parks Environmental Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Rosa Parks Environmental Science students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rosa Parks Environmental Science?
Rosa Parks Environmental Science has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Rosa Parks Environmental Science offer ?
Rosa Parks Environmental Science offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rosa Parks Environmental Science part of?
Rosa Parks Environmental Science is part of Berkeley Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Rosa Parks Environmental Science located?
Rosa Parks Environmental Science is located in the Southwest Berkeley neighborhood of Berkeley, CA.
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