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–teacher 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
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
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.: 13:1
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).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Bpc Upper School is Fusion Academy Berkeley (0.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Black Pine Circle School (0.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Nia House Learning Center (0.3 miles away)
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