Schools

Kids in a libraryChoosing the right home is a very big decision. Choosing the right school is a big decision too.

We continually hear the questions “What are the schools like in this neighborhood?” as well as “What cities/neighborhoods have the best schools?”  Schools are clearly an important aspect when buying a home.  Location of a home is a well known factor in determining a property’s worth. One of the most important components to the value of a particular location is the local public schools, whether the property owner has school age children or not.

If you’re like lots of folks, then becoming knowledgeable about public and private schools is an important element to the home buying process. Here are some links to websites that can help inform your choice:

albany unified school district berkeley k12 school system el cerrito high school
oakland unified school district piedmont school west contra costa school
 
online guide to bay area private schools parents press
savvy source insider pages
standarized testing and reporting program great schools