Sylvia Mendez Elementary in Berkeley, California
370
PK-5
17.6:1
Berkeley Unified
Otter Score
Fair
About Sylvia Mendez Elementary
Sylvia Mendez Elementary is a public elementary school located in Berkeley, California. The school serves grades PK-5 and has a total enrollment of 370 students. With a student-teacher ratio of 17.6:1, Sylvia Mendez Elementary has class sizes comparable to national averages.
About Sylvia Mendez Elementary
Sylvia Mendez Elementary is a well-regarded public elementary school located in Berkeley, CA. Serving grades PK-5 with an enrollment of 370 students, the school is part of the Berkeley Unified. With a student-teacher ratio of 17.6:1, Sylvia Mendez Elementary maintains class sizes typical for schools in the region.
Academic Performance
Students at Sylvia Mendez Elementary perform below state averages on standardized assessments. Math proficiency stands at 0%, reading at 0%, and science at 0%. The school is actively working to close achievement gaps through targeted intervention programs and additional support resources.
Community & Diversity
Sylvia Mendez Elementary serves a community where 27.84% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. Located in Berkeley, CA, the school benefits from the community's local amenities and family-friendly environment. Families choosing Sylvia Mendez Elementary gain access to the broader resources of the Berkeley Unified.
Academics
Test Scores
Percentage of students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards on state assessments. Source: California Department of Education, 2025–2026.
Students
Demographics
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, 2025–2026.
Student Body
National avg: 16:1
Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience!
Compare to Another School
School District
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Otter Score for Sylvia Mendez Elementary?
Sylvia Mendez Elementary has an Otter Score of 30/100, rated "Fair". The Otter Score combines test scores, graduation rates, college readiness, student-teacher ratio, and AP course availability into a single 0-100 composite rating.
What grades does Sylvia Mendez Elementary serve?
Sylvia Mendez Elementary serves grades PK-5 with a total enrollment of 370 students. It is a public elementary school in Berkeley, California.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sylvia Mendez Elementary?
Sylvia Mendez Elementary has a student-teacher ratio of 17.6:1. The national average is approximately 16:1.
How diverse is Sylvia Mendez Elementary?
The student body at Sylvia Mendez Elementary is . The school earns a diversity grade of A+.
Explore More Schools
Data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and California Department of Education. Updated for the 2025–2026 school year. AreaOtter is not affiliated with Sylvia Mendez Elementary or Berkeley Unified.