Schools in 94598 — Walnut Creek, California
94598 has 7 ranked schools averaging a Scope Score of 64.5 — 20.8 points above the California state average of 43.8. Scores range from 46.5 to 74.0, a 27.6-point spread. 2 schools rank in the 90th percentile or above statewide.
How 94598 schools perform
The top-ranked school is Northgate High with a Scope Score of 74 and 37.9% of students exceeding standard.
High-ceiling zip code: Schools here average 37.5% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 21.6%. These schools aren't just meeting proficiency; they're pushing students beyond it.
Chronic absenteeism across 94598 averages 8.4%, above the state average of 18.1%.
How 94598 compares to nearby zip codes
School archetypes in 94598
Hidden gems: 1 school in 94598 is classified as Growth Engine — 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 94598
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northgate High Mt. Diablo Unified Strong All-Around | 37.9% | Strong 74/100 |
| 2 | Walnut Acres Elementary Mt. Diablo Unified High Ceiling | 51.6% | Strong 72/100 |
| 3 | Valle Verde Elementary Mt. Diablo Unified Strong All-Around | 45.2% | Solid 69/100 |
| 4 | Foothill Middle Mt. Diablo Unified Building Momentum | 36.2% | Solid 65/100 |
| 5 | Indian Valley Elementary Walnut Creek Elementary Growth Engine | 37.1% | Solid 65/100 |
| 6 | Bancroft Elementary Mt. Diablo Unified Strong All-Around | 33.6% | Solid 60/100 |
| 7 | Eagle Peak Montessori Mt. Diablo Unified Culture First | 20.9% | Developing 46/100 |
Schools in 94598 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 94598
- Class sizes and student-teacher interaction quality
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- Campus safety, bullying climate, and social-emotional support
- Parent and community engagement levels
- Quality of special education and gifted programs
- How school zones and enrollment boundaries affect access
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