Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier vs Ruth Acty Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier
Berkeley · Public elementary · Grades K–5
407 students
Ruth Acty Elementary
Berkeley · Public elementary · Grades K–5
410 students
| Measure | Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier Berkeley, California | Ruth Acty Elementary Berkeley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #643 of 5,693 | #476 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #9229 of 50,301 | #7089 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 407 | 410 |
| Enrollment | 407 | 410 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.2% | 23.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.4 | 21.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 70% | 72% |
| city | Berkeley | Berkeley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ruth Acty Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.4 vs 73.0).
- •Ruth Acty Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 70%).
- •Ruth Acty Elementary does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 72%).
- •Ruth Acty Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.7% vs 29.2%).
- •Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier does better on students per teacher (21.4 vs 21.6).
- •Ruth Acty Elementary is the larger school with 410 students compared with 407.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier better than Ruth Acty Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ruth Acty Elementary ranks higher (76.4 vs 73.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier and Ruth Acty Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Berkeley and Berkeley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier: 407. Ruth Acty Elementary: 410. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier and Ruth Acty Elementary rank in California?
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier is 643rd of 5,693 and Ruth Acty Elementary is 476th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).