MALCOLM X ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Malcolm X Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Berkeley Unified school district, located in Berkeley, CA with about 551 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 27 teachers, Malcolm X Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Malcolm X Elementary School, located in the Lorin District of South Berkeley, is a vibrant public school serving a diverse student population in transitional kindergarten through fifth grade. Known for its strong commitment to arts integration and social justice, the school’s curriculum is deeply rooted in the legacy of its namesake, emphasizing community engagement, academic excellence, and the celebration of cultural heritage. The campus serves as a neighborhood hub, fostering a collaborative environment where students are encouraged to think critically and participate actively in their local community.
The school is well-regarded for its inclusive atmosphere and its robust extracurricular offerings, which often include music, gardening, and visual arts programs designed to nurture the "whole child." Because of its location in Berkeley, the school benefits from a highly engaged parent community and close partnerships with local organizations. Malcolm X Elementary prioritizes a supportive learning environment that seeks to dismantle educational inequities, striving to provide every student with the tools necessary for academic success and lifelong personal growth.
For more information, contact Malcolm X Elementary at (510) 644-6313 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Berkeley, CA 94703-2464
(510) 644-6313
MALCOLM X ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Berkeley, CA with about 551 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Berkeley Unified
- Total Students:
- 551
- Teachers:
- 27.61
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 551 students
- White
- 48.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 16.2%
- Two or more races
- 15.4%
- Black or African American
- 13.8%
- Asian
- 6.5%
- Female
- 45.9%
- Male
- 54.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.