For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,347 students in 94598, CA (there are , serving 1,646 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: K-5
| 678 students
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
Grades: 9-12
| 1,535 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 485 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 363 students
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
Grades: 6-8
| 947 students
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
Grades: 1-8
| 292 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 686 students
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
Grades: 6-12
| 361 students
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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