For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,318 students in 94596, CA (there are 5 private schools, serving 411 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 94596, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 94596, CA are Las Lomas High School, Walnut Heights Elementary School and Murwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94596 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 94596, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94596, CA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Las Lomas High School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1460 S. Main St.
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(925) 280-3920
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(925) 280-3920
Grades: 9-12
| 1,578 students
Rank: #22.
Walnut Heights Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4064 Walnut Blvd.
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(925) 944-6834
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(925) 944-6834
Grades: K-5
| 384 students
Rank: #33.
Murwood Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2050 Vanderslice Ave.
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(925) 943-2462
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(925) 943-2462
Grades: K-5
| 356 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 94596, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 94596, CA include Las Lomas High School, Walnut Heights Elementary School and Murwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 94596, CA?
3 public schools are located in 94596, CA.
What percentage of students in 94596, CA go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 94596, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94596, CA?
94596, CA public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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