LONGFELLOW ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY MIDDLE SCHOOL

Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Berkeley Unified school district, located in Berkeley, CA with about 498 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle School, located in the heart of Berkeley, California, is a specialized public middle school that emphasizes a unique integration of rigorous academics with creative arts and modern technology. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is well-regarded for its diverse community and its commitment to fostering "whole-child" development. By blending a traditional core curriculum with hands-on learning experiences, the school encourages students to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills that prepare them for the demands of high school and beyond.

The school’s identity is defined by its "Arts and Technology" focus, which provides students with access to specialized electives such as media arts, digital design, music, and performing arts. This interdisciplinary approach is designed to keep students highly engaged, allowing them to explore their individual talents while learning to navigate the digital landscape. With a supportive faculty and an active parent community, Longfellow aims to create an inclusive environment where students from all backgrounds feel challenged, supported, and inspired to express their creativity while mastering the technological tools essential for the 21st century.

For more information, contact Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle at (510) 644-6360 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.