Berkeley Independent Study K-8 serves 19 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30% in CA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berkeley Independent Study K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Berkeley Independent Study K-8's student population of 19 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
19 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Berkeley Independent Study K-8 is 0.75, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
22%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Berkeley Independent Study K-8?
19 students attend Berkeley Independent Study K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Berkeley Independent Study K-8 students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berkeley Independent Study K-8?
Berkeley Independent Study K-8 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Berkeley Independent Study K-8 offer ?
Berkeley Independent Study K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Berkeley Independent Study K-8 part of?
Berkeley Independent Study K-8 is part of Berkeley Unified School District.
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