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Emerson Elementary

Berkeley Unified · Alameda County · 2800 Forest Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705-1309

(510) 644-6890

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10/10
#510
Rank 510 out of 5,722
Top 9%
English Language Arts10/10 · #498 · 91st percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #519 · 91st percentile
Science9/10 · #593 · 89th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Emerson Elementary sits in the heart of the Elmwood neighborhood, one of Berkeley's most walkable and tree-lined pockets, where independent bookshops and cafés are practically part of the school commute. Academic performance here is consistently strong across English, math, and science, making it a natural draw for families who want a rigorous public school experience without leaving the charm of a close-knit neighborhood behind. It's the kind of place where the community around the school feels just as intentional as what happens inside the classroom.

Student Demographics

132 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
65 (49%)
Hispanic
21 (16%)
Multiple Races
18 (14%)
African American
17 (13%)
Asian
11 (8%)

Key Indicators

English Learners16 (12%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged41 (31%)
Students with Disabilities10 (8%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

283
Enrollment
18.1
Teachers (FTE)
15.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
18.8
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs10/10 · #189 · 97th percentile

396 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found