For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 990 students in 94595, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 52 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 94595, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 94595, CA are Tice Creek, Parkmead Elementary School and Acalanes Center For Independent Study. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94595 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94595, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94595, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tice Creek
(Math: 73% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1847 Newell Ave.
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
(925) 746-5515
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
(925) 746-5515
Gr: K-8 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Parkmead Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1920 Magnolia Way
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
(925) 944-6858
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
(925) 944-6858
Gr: K-5 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Acalanes Center For Independent Study
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1963 Tice Valley Blvd.
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
(925) 280-3945
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
(925) 280-3945
Gr: 9-12 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 94595, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 94595, CA include Tice Creek, Parkmead Elementary School and Acalanes Center For Independent Study.
How many public schools are located in 94595?
3 public schools are located in 94595.
What percentage of students in 94595 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 94595 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94595?
94595 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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