La Cheim School serves 55 students in grades 4-12. The student:teacher of La Cheim School is 7:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
55 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
84%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for La Cheim School?
The application deadline for La Cheim School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is La Cheim School located?
La Cheim School is located in the Aquatic Park neighborhood of Berkeley, CA.
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