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The Berkeley School

1310 University Ave Berkeley, CA 94702

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 110 students
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
The Berkeley School Photo #1 - Students work collaboratively during morning choice time
The Berkeley School Photo #2 - 4th and 5th Grade Precita Eyes Tour in the Mission District of San Francisco to study murals.
The Berkeley School Photo #3 - Students enjoy weekly music enrichment classes- preschool through 8th grade!
The Berkeley School Photo #4 - Our small class sizes allow for valuable 1:1 time with teachers and students.
The Berkeley School Photo #5 - An inviting classroom environment
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 110 students
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 4, 2027

Student Body

Total Students
110 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
36%
State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
List of Courses Offered

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition is grade specific and ranges from $33,600 to $38,640 depending on program level.
Admissions Director
Rachel Silvas
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Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports
School Mascot
Bobcat

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
MakerSpace


Arts and Music Programs:
Drama (middle school)Studio Art


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Extended Care Program

School Notes

  • The Berkeley School embraces a wide range of learners in our TK-8th grade program.
  • Informed by 60+ years of Montessori-inspired education, our exceptional teachers seek and nurture each child's unique learning potential.
  • Our exceptional teachers and progressive approach ensure that each child is seen, supported, and known the foundation to create learners for life. We help all students uncover their strengths and thrive through customized learning strategies steeped in rigor, warmth, and joy.
  • Civic Engagement
  • Project-Based Learning
  • Inquiry-Based Learning
  • Field Trips to promote experiential learning along with the academic curriculum on all levels
  • Bridges Math TK-5; Connected Math + Algebra in Middle School
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does The Berkeley School offer?
The Berkeley School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for The Berkeley School?
The application deadline for The Berkeley School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Berkeley School located?
The Berkeley School is located in the Poets Corner neighborhood of Berkeley, CA.

School Reviews

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We have been at The Berkeley School since my children were at the Early Childhood Center. This is the jewel of East Bay independent schools. Everyone puts the child at the center of everything. My daughter jumps out of the car each day to roll into school. Every adult on campus knows her name. The education and learning are so strong - my children know how to approach learning and understand what they are learning and multiple strategies to obtain the answer. Don't sleep at this school because your children will be missing out.
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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Berkeley, CA is $26,542 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Berkeley, CA is 71% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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