Serving 47 students in grades 10-12, Berkeley Technology Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berkeley Technology Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Berkeley Technology Academy's student population of 47 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
47 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Berkeley Technology Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berkeley Technology Academy is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
21%
56%
Black
58%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berkeley Technology Academy's ranking?
Berkeley Technology Academy is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Berkeley Technology Academy often compared to?
Berkeley Technology Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Berkeley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Berkeley Technology Academy?
The graduation rate of Berkeley Technology Academy is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Berkeley Technology Academy?
47 students attend Berkeley Technology Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Berkeley Technology Academy students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berkeley Technology Academy?
Berkeley Technology Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Berkeley Technology Academy offer ?
Berkeley Technology Academy offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Berkeley Technology Academy part of?
Berkeley Technology Academy is part of Berkeley Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Berkeley Technology Academy located?
Berkeley Technology Academy is located in the South Berkeley neighborhood of Berkeley, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in South Berkeley.
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