Schools in 94702 — Berkeley, California
94702 has 3 ranked schools averaging a Scope Score of 71.6 — 27.8 points above the California state average of 43.8. Scores range from 65.3 to 83.5, a 18.1-point spread. 1 school ranks in the 90th percentile or above statewide.
How 94702 schools perform
The top-ranked school is Ruth Acty Elementary with a Scope Score of 83 and 62.7% of students exceeding standard.
High-ceiling zip code: Schools here average 47.7% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 21.6%. These schools aren't just meeting proficiency; they're pushing students beyond it.
Chronic absenteeism across 94702 averages 10.8%, above the state average of 18.1%.
How 94702 compares to nearby zip codes
School archetypes in 94702
Hidden gems: 1 school in 94702 is classified as Growth Engine — showing positive growth trajectories that raw proficiency scores alone don't capture. These are schools where students leave with more than they arrived with.
Archetypes are data-driven labels based on Scope Score dimensions. Learn more
All schools in 94702
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ruth Acty Elementary Berkeley Unified High Ceiling | 62.7% | Strong 83/100 |
| 2 | Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle Berkeley Unified Building Momentum | 34.4% | Solid 66/100 |
| 3 | Oxford Elementary at West Campus Berkeley Unified Growth Engine | 45.9% | Solid 65/100 |
Schools in 94702 on the map
Data source: California Department of Education · CAASPP 2024-25 · Methodology
Scores are SchoolScope's analysis of public data, not official CDE ratings. They represent one way of interpreting test results and should not be the sole basis for school decisions.
What Scope Scores can't tell you about 94702
- Class sizes and student-teacher interaction quality
- Quality of arts, music, athletics, and enrichment programs
- Teacher experience, turnover, and professional development
- Campus safety, bullying climate, and social-emotional support
- Parent and community engagement levels
- Quality of special education and gifted programs
- How school zones and enrollment boundaries affect access
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