West–wind Academy in Berkeley, CA serves 24 students from grades 2 through 12 in a nonsectarian, city–based educational setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 4:1 with a total of 6 teachers supporting its enrollment.
Approximately 64% of the student body at this California K–12 private school identify as students of color.
West–wind Academy offers coeducational programs with an emphasis on elementary and secondary education within Central Berkeley.
This school operates without religious affiliation or membership in any association, providing a nonsectarian private school option in Berkeley.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
Student Body
Total Students
24 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
64%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: ‘The Family That Kicks Together – Sticks Together’
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for West-wind Academy?
The application deadline for West-wind Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is West-wind Academy located?
West-wind Academy is located in the Central Berkeley neighborhood of Berkeley, CA. There are 3 other private schools located in Central Berkeley.
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