Prospect Sierra School
960 Avis Drive/2060 Tapscott Ave., El Cerrito, CA, 94530-0945 - View a map of this school Map  tel: (510)236-5800
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Prospect Sierra students are passionate about learning. Our exceptional teachers inspire students to seek deep, meaningful understanding; to develop strong academic skills; and to become creative and independent thinkers. Prospect Sierra cultivates compassion, fairness, respect, and individuality within a community that celebrates diversity, authenticity, and service. Prospect Sierra School embodies several key assumptions in philosophy and daily practice: that learning is the young person's pathway to personal growth; that school should be both challenging and joyous; that school is a community through which students, teachers and parents develop trust, demonstrate cooperation, show respect, and acquire an understanding of the rights and needs of others; and that diversity, in its many human forms, brings quality and strength to our welcoming and inclusive school. The school also believes that positive expectations and relationship-based teaching are essential to the learning process. We intend that our students maintain a lifelong love of learning and to become reflective, critical thinkers. ...read more  

School Overview:
Prospect Sierra School
School Level Elementary school
School Membership(s) Institute for Independent Education
The Association of Boarding Schools
Religious Affiliation Other
Grades Offered Grades Kindergarten - 8
Year Founded 1981
County Contra Costa County, CA
Student Body
Total Students 471 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School ( CA ) Elementary School Avg.
% Students of Color 39% 40%
Students by Grade
Kind - 44 students
Grade 1 - 42 students
Grade 2 - 47 students
Grade 3 - 49 students
Grade 4 - 48 students
Grade 5 - 50 students
Grade 6 - 60 students
Grade 7 - 69 students
Grade 8 - 62 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 57 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree 50%
Average Class Size 23
This School ( CA ) Elementary School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:8 1:18
*Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 175 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 7 hours 6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Tuition Notes There is a generous financial assistance program based on family need. Approximately 21% of our students receive financial aid.
% on Financial Aid 21%
Headmaster Katherine Dinh
Admissions Director Lily Shih
Admissions Associate Drea Riquelme
 
School Notes:
  • Prospect Sierra is an independent co-ed school located in El Cerrito. Two campuses, elementary (grades K-4) and middle school (grades 5-8) create the feel of a small school while providing the resources of a large one. Both campuses have excellent grounds and facilities. New buildings at each campus include expansive libraries, science labs, performing and fine arts buildings. Although 60% of our students come from Berkeley, students come to Prospect Sierra School from as far south as San Leandro and as far north as Napa. School bus service is available from Oakland, Berkeley, and Kensington. There is an excellent after school program as well as enrichment classes and sports until 6:00 PM. Visit our website, www.prospectsierra.org for further information.
  • Profile last updated: 12/10/2007
 
School Zip Code:
About This Zip Code ( 94530 )
School Zip ( 94530 ) ( CA ) State Average
Population (Approximate) 23,121 people 33,864,644 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 62% 32%
Population Average Age 43 years old 33 years old
Average Household Size 2.3 persons 2.8 persons
Median Household Income $56,905 $51,306
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 5.1 rooms 4.8 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 53 years old 41 years old
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% Owning / % Renting 61% / 39% 55% / 45%
 
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  Nearby Schools:

1. St. Jerome Catholic School - 235 students - view location
2. St. John The Baptist - 296 students - view location
3. Tehiyah Day School - 311 students - view location
4. Windrush School - 258 students - view location
5. Montessori Community School - 91 students - view location
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