PublicMagnetGrades K-5
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
2015 Virginia Street, Berkeley, CA 94709-2073(510) 644-6225
Total Students407
Student/Teacher21.42:1
Math Prof.72.77%
Reading Prof.78.01%
School Information
Charter SchoolNo
Magnet SchoolYes
Virtual SchoolNo
CountyAlameda
School DistrictBerkeley Unified School District
Principal / AdminRene Molina(510) 644-6225
Founded1980
Free/Reduced Lunch29.24% Eligible
Acceptance Rate100%
Student Demographics
White46.7%
Hispanic14.3%
Black9.1%
Asian9.6%
Native American0.2%
Pacific Islander0.2%
Two Or More19.9%
Gender Distribution
48.6%
51.4%
Male Female
Students per Grade
Grade 171
Grade 266
Grade 361
Grade 465
Grade 564
School Calendar 2026-2027
July 2026
Academic Schedule • 2026-2027
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Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
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Key Dates & Holidays
Independence Day HolidayJul 3
First Day of SchoolAug 12
Labor Day HolidaySep 7
Indigenous Peoples DayOct 12
Elementary First Grading Period EndsOct 16
Elementary Parent Teacher Conference DaysOct 26
Middle School Conference DaysOct 27
Secondary BreakOct 30
Veterans' Day HolidayNov 11
Fall RecessNov 23
Secondary Second Quarter/First Semester EndsDec 18
Winter RecessDec 21
New Year's Day HolidayJan 1
Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday HolidayJan 18
Elementary Second Grading Period EndsFeb 11
Lincoln's Birthday HolidayFeb 12
Presidents Day HolidayFeb 15
Secondary Third Quarter EndsMar 12
Cesar Chavez Day of Service and LearningMar 26
Spring Recess BeginsMar 29
Spring Recess EndsApr 1
Malcolm X's Birthday HolidayMay 21
Memorial Day HolidayMay 31
Last Day of SchoolJun 3
Juneteenth HolidayJun 18
Key Dates & Holidays
2026-2027A Vibrant Hub for Young Learners
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While specific programs vary each year, students often have access to clubs like robotics and athletics such as soccer. We recommend contacting the administration directly for the current list of activities.
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The school day typically runs from approximately 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM, with specific timings for drop-off and pick-up available on the academic calendar.
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Our institution is committed to providing support for all learners. Specific programs and interventions are designed to meet individual student requirements, and further details can be obtained by contacting the school office.
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Enrollment information, including deadlines and required documentation for the Berkeley Unified School District, is typically updated on the district website and can also be found by contacting the school directly.
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