For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,338 students in 94598, CA (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,592 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 94598, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 94598, CA are Walnut Acres Elementary School, Northgate High School and Valle Verde Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94598 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94598, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94598, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walnut Acres Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
180 Cerezo Dr.
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 939-1333
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 939-1333
Gr: K-5 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
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: #33.
Valle Verde Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3275 Peachwillow Ln.
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 939-5700
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 939-5700
Gr: K-5 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #44.
Indian Valley Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
551 Marshall Dr.
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 944-6828
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 944-6828
Gr: K-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #55.
Foothill Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2775 Cedro Ln.
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 939-8600
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 939-8600
Gr: 6-8 | 1,005 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #66.
Eagle Peak Montessori
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
800 Hutchinson Rd.
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 946-0994
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 946-0994
Gr: 1-8 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #77.
Bancroft Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2200 Parish Dr.
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 933-3405
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 933-3405
Gr: K-5 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #88.
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 schools in 94598, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 94598, CA include Walnut Acres Elementary School, Northgate High School and Valle Verde Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 94598?
8 public schools are located in 94598.
What percentage of students in 94598 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 94598 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94598?
94598 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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