For the 2025 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 15,389 students in Brentwood, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 315 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Brentwood, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Brentwood, CA are R. Paul Krey Elementary School, Adams (J. Douglas) Middle School and Heritage High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Brentwood, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Brentwood have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Brentwood, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
R. Paul Krey Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
190 Crawford Dr.
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 513-6400
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 513-6400
Grades: K-5
| 814 students
Rank: #22.
Adams (J. Douglas) Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 American Ave.
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 513-6480
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 513-6480
Grades: 6-8
| 1,119 students
Rank: #33.
Heritage High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 American Ave.
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 634-0037
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 634-0037
Grades: 9-12
| 2,641 students
Rank: #44.
Ron Nunn Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1755 Central Blvd.
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 513-6380
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 513-6380
Grades: K-5
| 703 students
Rank: #55.
Garin Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
250 First St.
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 513-6370
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 513-6370
Grades: K-5
| 802 students
Rank: #66.
Loma Vista Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2110 San Jose Ave.
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 513-6390
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 513-6390
Grades: K-5
| 711 students
Rank: #77.
Brentwood Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 Griffith Ln.
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 513-6360
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 513-6360
Grades: K-5
| 858 students
Rank: #88.
Marsh Creek Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
601 Grant St.
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 513-6420
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 513-6420
Grades: K-5
| 793 students
Rank: #99.
Liberty High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
850 Second St.
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 634-3521
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 634-3521
Grades: 9-12
| 2,773 students
Rank: #1010.
William B. Bristow Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
855 Minnesota Ave.
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 513-6460
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 513-6460
Grades: 6-8
| 1,236 students
Rank: #1111.
Pioneer Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2010 Shady Willow Ln.
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 513-6410
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 513-6410
Grades: K-5
| 921 students
Rank: #1212.
Edna Hill Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
140 Birch St.
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 513-6440
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 513-6440
Grades: 6-8
| 998 students
Rank: #1313.
Mary Casey Black Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
480 Farmington Dr.
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 513-6430
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 513-6430
Grades: K-5
| 703 students
Rank: #1414.
Independence High School
Alternative School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
929 Second St.
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 634-2589
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 634-2589
Grades: 9-12
| 169 students
Rank: #1515.
La Paloma High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
400 Ghiggeri Way
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 634-2888
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 634-2888
Grades: 9-12
| 148 students
Rank: n/an/a
2340 Smith Rd.
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 513-6100
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 513-6100
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Brentwood, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Far East County Programs (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
850 Second St.
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 634-0511
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 634-0511
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Heritage Cccoe Special Education Programs (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
101 American Ave.
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 634-3671
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 634-3671
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
30 Learning Ln
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 626-3304
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 626-3304
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Brentwood, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Brentwood, CA include R. Paul Krey Elementary School, Adams (J. Douglas) Middle School and Heritage High School.
How many public schools are located in Brentwood?
16 public schools are located in Brentwood.
What percentage of students in Brentwood go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Brentwood are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Brentwood?
Brentwood public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Brentwood are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Brentwood include: Liberty High School vs. Heritage High School, Heritage High School vs. Liberty High School, Edna Hill Middle School vs. William B. Bristow Middle School
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