For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,435 students in 94597, CA (there are 7 private schools, serving 713 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in 94597, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 94597, CA are Buena Vista Elementary School and Walnut Creek Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94597 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94597, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94597, CA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Buena Vista Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2355 San Juan Ave.
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
(925) 944-6822
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
(925) 944-6822
Gr: K-5 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Walnut Creek Intermediate
(Math: 57% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2425 Walnut Blvd.
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
(925) 944-6840
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
(925) 944-6840
Gr: 6-8 | 940 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 94597, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 94597, CA include Buena Vista Elementary School and Walnut Creek Intermediate.
How many public schools are located in 94597?
2 public schools are located in 94597.
What percentage of students in 94597 go to public school?
67% of all K-12 students in 94597 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94597?
94597 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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