Bpc Upper School in Berkeley, CA, serves 333 students from kindergarten through eighth grade in a nonsectarian, midsize city setting.
Founded in 1973, the school employs 53 teachers, maintaining a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 6:1.
Approximately 36% of the student body identifies as students of color, reflecting diversity within the school community.
Bpc Upper School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for largest student enrollment.
The school offers regular elementary and secondary education programs in an urban Berkeley environment.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Bpc Upper School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
333 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
36%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$34,700 for Grades K-5, $40,200 for Grades 6-8
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bpc Upper School's ranking?
Bpc Upper School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Bpc Upper School?
The application deadline for Bpc Upper School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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