Schools in 94552 — Castro Valley, California
94552 has 4 ranked schools averaging a Scope Score of 64.7 — 20.9 points above the California state average of 43.8. Scores range from 52.6 to 83.6, a 31.0-point spread. 1 school ranks in the 90th percentile or above statewide.
How 94552 schools perform
The top-ranked school is Jensen Ranch Elementary with a Scope Score of 84 and 59.6% of students exceeding standard.
High-ceiling zip code: Schools here average 38.3% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 21.6%. These schools aren't just meeting proficiency; they're pushing students beyond it.
Strong growth trajectory: Schools in 94552 show an average grade 3-to-5 improvement of +8.4 percentage points, suggesting these schools are adding real value over time.
Chronic absenteeism across 94552 averages 9.0%, above the state average of 18.1%.
How 94552 compares to nearby zip codes
School archetypes in 94552
Hidden gems: 2 schools in 94552 are classified as Growth Engine (2) — showing positive growth trajectories that raw proficiency scores alone don't capture. These are schools where students leave with more than they arrived with.
Archetypes are data-driven labels based on Scope Score dimensions. Learn more
All schools in 94552
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jensen Ranch Elementary Castro Valley Unified High Ceiling | 59.6% | Strong 84/100 |
| 2 | Independent Elementary Castro Valley Unified Growth Engine | 41.2% | Solid 66/100 |
| 3 | Palomares Elementary Castro Valley Unified Growth Engine | 25.6% | Solid 56/100 |
| 4 | Canyon Middle Castro Valley Unified Building Momentum | 27.0% | Solid 53/100 |
Schools in 94552 on the map
Data source: California Department of Education · CAASPP 2024-25 · Methodology
Scores are SchoolScope's analysis of public data, not official CDE ratings. They represent one way of interpreting test results and should not be the sole basis for school decisions.
What Scope Scores can't tell you about 94552
- Class sizes and student-teacher interaction quality
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- Parent and community engagement levels
- Quality of special education and gifted programs
- How school zones and enrollment boundaries affect access
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