What Berkley School District does

Berkley School District is a public K-12 school district headquartered in Oak Park, Michigan, serving approximately 4,100-4,500+ students from newborn age through adulthood across the communities of Berkley, Huntington Woods, and a section of North Oak Park. Founded in 1840 as Royal Oak Township School District #7, the district operates nine facilities: an early childhood center (Berkley Building Blocks), four elementary schools (Angell, Burton, Pattengill, Rogers), one K-8 International Baccalaureate World School (Norup International), one middle school (Anderson), one high school (Berkley High), and an Adult Transition Program for students with disabilities.

The district's core product is comprehensive public education spanning early childhood through adult transition, delivered across owned facilities totaling over 700,000 square feet. Its underlying technology stack is conventional and entirely third-party: Schoology (learning management), MISTAR ParentConnection (student information and parent portal), APEX Learning (credit recovery), Michigan Virtual University (online courses), Learning Ally and Bookshare (accessibility), Parchment (alumni transcripts), and EDUStaff (substitute teacher staffing). The district holds no proprietary technology, offers no public APIs, and operates no developer platform.

Revenue mechanics are tax-based rather than commercial. The primary stream is a combination of Michigan state per-pupil foundation allowance and local property taxes from the three-city tax base, supplemented by Shared Time state pupil accounting for non-public school partnerships (40 partners across Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne counties), fee-based summer enrichment programs ($50-$200 per course with subsidized tiers), and monthly child care / Kids' Zone subscriptions with late-fee penalties. The customer base is geographically captive: residents of the three served communities, with limited Schools of Choice openings and consortium access to CASA, International Academy, and Oakland Schools Technical Campus. Governance is by an elected seven-member Board of Education, and the district is supervised by Superintendent Scott Francis.

Name

Berkley School District

Legal name

Berkley School District

Website

https://berkleyschools.org

Company type

Public

Founded year

1840

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Berkley School District is a Michigan public K-12 school district serving approximately 4,500+ students across nine schools in Berkley, Huntington Woods, and Oak Park, funded by local property taxes and state education aid.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Educational Services (61)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Child Day Care Services (8351)

akta.pro primary industry

Public K–12 Combined Schools (EDAJAAAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Elementary Schools (EDAJAAAB), General Preschools (Play-Based) (EDACABAA), Specialized Programs & Classrooms (Autism, Emotional/Behavioral, Intellectual/Developmental, Multi-Disability) (EDAJAKAH)

Keywords

• Public K-12 education
• Early childhood education
• Special education services
• International baccalaureate school
• Adult transition program

Headquarters

HQ city

Oak Park

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Public School Funding: Funded through local property taxes, state per-pupil funding, and federal grants. The district serves residents of Berkley, Huntington Woods and section of Oak Park through tax-based funding.
2. Summer Program Fees: Fee-based summer learning programs including Math & Language Arts ($200), STEM ($50), Drama Camp ($175/session), Credit Recovery ($100/class)
3. Child Care and Kids' Zone Payments: Monthly child care and latchkey payments due on the 1st of each month with $40 late fee after the 5th
4. Shared Time Program: Partnership with non-public schools to provide non-core elective classes; generates revenue through state pupil accounting for shared services

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Berkley School District provides publicly funded K-12 education and related services to approximately 4,500+ students in Berkley, Huntington Woods, and parts of Oak Park, Michigan. Its offerings span early childhood (Berkley Building Blocks, six weeks through transitional kindergarten), four elementary schools, one middle school, one K-8 International Baccalaureate World School, one high school, an Adult Transition Program, Special Education services, and fee-based summer and child care programs. Complementary Shared Time instruction is provided to students at 40 partner non-public schools.

Product overview

Berkley School District is a public K-12 school district serving approximately 4,500+ students in Berkley, Huntington Woods, and sections of Oak Park, Michigan. The district operates a childcare/early education center (Berkley Building Blocks), four elementary schools (Angell, Burton, Pattengill, Rogers), one middle school (Anderson), one high school (Berkley High), and one K-8 International Baccalaureate World School (Norup International). The district also offers an Adult Transition Program, Special Education Services, Shared Time partnerships with 40 non-public schools, and Summer Learning Programs. Key technology platforms include Schoology (LMS), MISTAR (student information), and APEX (credit recovery).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• K-12 General Education Comprehensive public school education serving approximately 4,500+ students from kindergarten through 12th grade across four elementary schools, one middle school, one high school, and one K-8 International Baccalaureate World School for residents of Berkley, Huntington Woods, and a section of North Oak Park.
• Berkley Building Blocks Early childhood center serving children from six weeks through transitional kindergarten, providing childcare, preschool, and early education programs for the entire district.
• Norup International School International Baccalaureate World School serving students in grades K-8, providing an international curriculum with emphasis on global perspectives and inquiry-based learning; first K-8 IB school in Oakland County.
• Adult Transition Program Post-secondary program supporting students with disabilities as they transition into adulthood, offering life skills, vocational training, and independent living support.
• Special Education Services Comprehensive special education program including Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), 504 Plans, ASD classrooms, CI classrooms, and related services such as speech therapy, occupational therapy, and psychological services.
• Shared Time Program State of Michigan program partnering public and non-public schools to provide non-core elective classes including art, music, PE, world languages, and AP courses, serving 40 partner schools in three counties.
• Berkley Summer Difference Program Summer learning programs for grades K-12 including math and language arts instruction, STEM activities, computer science, high school credit recovery courses, and drama camp.
• Latchkey Kids' Zone Before- and after-school child care and Kids' Zone program with monthly subscription billing, serving families of district students.
• Berkley High School Scholars Program Selective 9th-grade entry program accepting Schools of Choice students, offering enhanced academic opportunities and rigorous coursework for high-achieving students from Oakland County districts.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 20,000 diplomas awarded since early 1900s
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Non-Public Schools (40 Shared Time Partners)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1999Shared Time is a State of Michigan program allowing public and non-public schools to partner on eligible non-core elective classes. Currently 40 partners in three counties (Macomb, Oakland, Wayne) across five religions. Partners include Our Shepherd Lutheran School, Peace Lutheran School, St. Anselm Catholic School. Partners have input in staff hiring, development, and retention.
• Center for Advanced Studies and the Arts (CASA)coreOthersRegional consortium high school serving students from multiple Oakland County districts. Students may opt to attend for specialized arts and advanced studies programming.
• International Academy (IA)coreOthersPublic, tuition-free high school of choice for students of 20 Oakland County school districts collaborating in consortium with university and business partners.
• Oakland Schools Technical CampuscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVocational education partnership allowing Berkley students to participate in technical and career-focused programs offered through Oakland Schools.
• Oakland County Health DivisioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides immunizations, vision, hearing, and dental screenings for students. Health services available at Southfield offices without appointment.
• Judson CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerReferral partner for special education services and support programs.
• Down Syndrome Guild of Southeast MichiganminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerReferral partner for families with children with Down syndrome.
• Berkley Education FoundationcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerNonprofit foundation supporting student and staff enrichment. Raises funds for educational programs and resources beyond what tax funding provides.
• Berkley Area Chamber of CommerceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal business organization fostering community connections and support for district schools.
• Tri-Community CoalitionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity coalition providing drug and alcohol prevention resources and support for district families.
• LighthouseminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides food assistance and runaway/homeless youth services for families in transition.
• Community Housing NetworkminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHousing Assessment and Resource Agency providing support for housing stability and eviction prevention in Oakland County.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Troy School District: Larger Oakland County public K-12 district serving Troy, Michigan. Comparable suburban K-12 model with similar property tax funding base, similar comprehensive academic and special education programming, and similar community-based enrollment motion.
• Ferndale Public Schools: Oakland County public K-12 district serving Ferndale, Michigan, adjacent to Berkley catchment. Comparable suburban K-12 district with similar property tax/state aid funding mix and overlapping Schools of Choice dynamics in southeast Oakland County.
• Huron Valley Schools: Oakland County public K-12 district serving Milford, Highland, and White Lake. Comparable Michigan public K-12 district with similar property tax funding base and suburban demographic profile, serving as a regional benchmark for district operations.
• Rochester Community Schools: Oakland County public K-12 district serving Rochester Hills and surrounding areas. Similar suburban Michigan district with comparable enrollment scale, traditional K-12 offerings, and similar property tax/state aid funding structure.
• Clawson Public Schools: Small Oakland County public K-12 district serving Clawson, immediately adjacent to Berkley. Highly comparable in scale (single high school, small district) and demographic, making it a near-direct peer for enrollment, funding, and programming decisions.
• Farmington Public Schools: Oakland County public K-12 district serving Farmington and Farmington Hills, Michigan. Similar suburban enrollment scale, comparable traditional K-12 program portfolio, and similar funding model with state per-pupil aid and local property taxes.
• Birmingham Public Schools: Adjacent Oakland County, Michigan public K-12 district serving Birmingham, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, and Franklin. Directly comparable suburban district with similar demographic profile, similar IB/AP program offerings, and overlapping family catchment.
• Southfield Public Schools: Oakland County public K-12 district serving Southfield, immediately adjacent to the Oak Park section of Berkley's catchment. Comparable traditional K-12 model with overlapping community demographic and similar Michigan state per-pupil funding exposure.
• Bloomfield Hills Schools: Oakland County public K-12 district serving Bloomfield Hills, Bloomfield Township, and West Bloomfield. Comparable high-performing suburban district with similar property tax base, similar college-preparatory programming, and overlapping aspirational family demographic.
• Royal Oak Schools: Neighboring Oakland County public K-12 district serving Royal Oak, immediately adjacent to Berkley's Oak Park catchment. Comparable size, suburban demographic profile, and traditional K-12 programming model with overlapping community ecosystem.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/BerkleySchools/videos
• Facebookfacebook.com/berkleyschools
• Instagraminstagram.com/berkleyschools
• Xx.com/berkleyschools
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/berkley-high-school

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles19 records

Subsidiaries9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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