For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,351 students in 94596, CA (there are 5 private schools, serving 430 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 94596, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 94596, CA are Walnut Heights Elementary School, Murwood Elementary School and Las Lomas High 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 64% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94596, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% 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 (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Walnut Heights Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
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
| 403 students
Rank: #22.
Murwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
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
| 377 students
Rank: #33.
Las Lomas High School
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1460 S. Main St.
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(925) 280-3920
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(925) 280-3920
Grades: 9-12
| 1,571 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 94596, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 94596, CA include Walnut Heights Elementary School, Murwood Elementary School and Las Lomas High School.
How many public schools are located in 94596?
3 public schools are located in 94596.
What percentage of students in 94596 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 94596 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94596?
94596 public schools minority enrollment is 46% 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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