For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,487 students in 94597, CA (there are , serving 745 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in 94597, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 94597, CA are Buena Vista Elementary School and Walnut Creek Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94597 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94597, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94597, CA 51爆料s (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Buena Vista Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2355 San Juan Ave.
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
(925) 944-6822
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
(925) 944-6822
Grades: K-5
| 494 students
Rank: #22.
Walnut Creek Intermediate
(Math: 56% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2425 Walnut Blvd.
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
(925) 944-6840
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
(925) 944-6840
Grades: 6-8
| 993 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 94597, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 94597, CA include Buena Vista Elementary School and Walnut Creek Intermediate.
How many public schools are located in 94597?
2 public schools are located in 94597.
What percentage of students in 94597 go to public school?
67% of all K-12 students in 94597 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94597?
94597 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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