For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,831 students in 94598, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 94598, CA are Northgate High School and Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 94598 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 94598, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 94598 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Northgate High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94598, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northgate High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
425 Castle Rock Rd.
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 938-0900
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 938-0900
Gr: 9-12 | 1,546 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2730 Mitchell Dr.
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 235-1130
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 235-1130
Gr: 6-12 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 94598, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 94598, CA include Northgate High School and Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts.
How many public high schools are located in 94598?
2 public high schools are located in 94598.
What is the racial composition of students in 94598?
94598 public high schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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