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Maybeck High School Photo - Classes are usually taught in seminar style with teachers and students around a table. Class sizes of 8 to 15 make such individual attention possible.
Maybeck High School

Best 94705 California Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 225 students in 94705, CA (there are 4 public schools, serving 1,551 public students). 13% of all K-12 students in 94705, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The top-ranked private schools in 94705, CA include Maybeck High School and The Elmwood Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 65%, which is lower than the California private school average acceptance rate of 81%.

Top-Ranked 94705 California Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
The Elmwood Academy
The Elmwood Academy Photo - English teacher John Lynch works with students in our Upper School. Students in grades 6-8 read a variety of texts that range from contemporary Young Adult literature to Shakespeare.
2722 Benvenue Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94705
(510) 549-0605
Gr: K-8 | 107 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Maybeck High School
Maybeck High School Photo - Classes are usually taught in seminar style with teachers and students around a table. Class sizes of 8 to 15 make such individual attention possible.
2727 College Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94705
(510) 841-8489
Gr: 9-12 | 118 students Avg. class size: 11 students Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in 94705 California

94705, California Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Spectrum Center Schs (5 Campuses) (Closed 2025)
Special Education School
2855 Telegraph Ave. Suite 312
Berkeley, CA 94705
(510) 845-1321
Gr: 5

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in 94705, CA?
The top-ranked private schools in 94705, CA include Maybeck High School and The Elmwood Academy.
How many private schools are located in 94705?
2 private schools are located in 94705.
What percentage of students in 94705 go to private school?
13% of all K-12 students in 94705 are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).

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