For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,518 students in Pinole, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 378 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Pinole, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Pinole, CA are West County Mandarin, Ellerhorst Elementary School and Pinole Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pinole, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Pinole have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Pinole, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West County Mandarin
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1575 Mann Dr.
Pinole, CA 94564
(510) 231-1453
Pinole, CA 94564
(510) 231-1453
Gr: K-8 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Ellerhorst Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3501 Pinole Valley Rd.
Pinole, CA 94564
(510) 231-1426
Pinole, CA 94564
(510) 231-1426
Gr: K-6 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
Pinole Valley High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2900 Pinole Valley Rd.
Pinole, CA 94564
(510) 231-1442
Pinole, CA 94564
(510) 231-1442
Gr: 9-12 | 1,245 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #44.
Stewart Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2040 Hoke Dr.
Pinole, CA 94564
(510) 231-1410
Pinole, CA 94564
(510) 231-1410
Gr: K-8 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #55.
Collins Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1224 Pinole Valley Rd.
Pinole, CA 94564
(510) 231-1446
Pinole, CA 94564
(510) 231-1446
Gr: K-6 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #66.
Shannon Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
685 Marlesta Rd.
Pinole, CA 94564
(510) 231-1454
Pinole, CA 94564
(510) 231-1454
Gr: K-6 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #77.
Pinole Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1575 Mann Dr.
Pinole, CA 94564
(510) 231-1436
Pinole, CA 94564
(510) 231-1436
Gr: 7-8 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Pinole, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Pinole, CA include West County Mandarin, Ellerhorst Elementary School and Pinole Valley High School.
How many public schools are located in Pinole?
7 public schools are located in Pinole.
What percentage of students in Pinole go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Pinole are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Pinole?
Pinole public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Pinole are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Pinole include: Collins Elementary School vs. Stewart Elementary School, Stewart Elementary School vs. Collins Elementary School
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