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Ruth Acty Elementary

Berkeley Unified · Alameda County · 1400 Ada Street, Berkeley, CA 94702-1217

(510) 644-6298

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10/10
#123
Rank 123 out of 5,722
Top 2%
English Language Arts10/10 · #115 · 98th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #118 · 98th percentile
Science10/10 · #228 · 96th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Ruth Acty Elementary sits in the heart of west Berkeley, a neighborhood that blends longtime community roots with the creative, intellectually curious energy the city is known for. Academic performance here is genuinely exceptional across the board — English, math, and science all rank near the very top statewide — making it a great fit for families who want rigorous academics without leaving the warmth of a close-knit neighborhood school. Berkeley itself offers an unmatched mix of outdoor access, cultural richness, and engaged parent communities, and Acty feels very much like a reflection of all of that.

Student Demographics

189 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
75 (40%)
Multiple Races
45 (24%)
Hispanic
35 (19%)
African American
18 (10%)
Asian
16 (8%)
Other
2 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners15 (8%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged47 (25%)
Students with Disabilities27 (14%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

410
Enrollment
23.8
Teachers (FTE)
17.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
18.9
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 · #100 · 98th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found