For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,455 students in 94596, CA (there are 5 private schools, serving 434 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 94596, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
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 65% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94596, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94596, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walnut Heights Elementary 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
Gr: K-5 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Murwood Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | 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
Gr: K-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Las Lomas High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1460 South Main St.
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(925) 280-3920
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(925) 280-3920
Gr: 9-12 | 1,577 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
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?
84% of all K-12 students in 94596 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94596?
94596 public schools minority enrollment is 48% 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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