Schools in 94552 — Castro Valley, California: 94552 schools aren't just reaching proficiency — they're pushing students beyond it.
94552 has 4 ranked schools in Castro Valley, averaging a Scope Score of 66.0/100 — 21.1 points above the state average of 44.8 (CDE CAASPP 2025). Scores range from 52.2 to 84.5, a 32.3-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.
These schools are pushing students past the bar, not just to it. Schools here average 38.3% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 21.3%.
Schools in 94552 show an average grade 3-to-5 growth of +8.4 percentage points, suggesting these schools are adding real value over time.
Chronic absenteeism across 94552 averages 8.9%, below the state average of 17.9%. CDE CAASPP 2025.
How 94552 compares to nearby zip codes
| Zip | City | Schools | Avg Score | vs 94552 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94552 | Castro Valley | 4 | Solid 66.0/100 | — |
| 94551 | Livermore | 7 | Solid 50.8/100 | -15.2 |
| 94553 | Martinez | 9 | Developing 47.9/100 | -18.1 |
| 94550 | Livermore | 11 | Solid 52.1/100 | -13.9 |
| 94549 | Lafayette | 6 | Strong 73.2/100 | +7.2 |
| 94555 | Fremont | 3 | Solid 68.7/100 | +2.8 |
Source: CDE CAASPP 2025, analyzed by SchoolScope.
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
ranked by Scope Score · 2024–25 CAASPP
| # | 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 67/100 |
| 3 | Palomares Elementary Castro Valley Unified Growth Engine | 25.6% | Solid 60/100 |
| 4 | Canyon Middle Castro Valley Unified Building Momentum | 27.0% | Solid 52/100 |
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.
Numbers tell you whether students are clearing the bar. A school visit tells you whether they're happy doing it. These metrics are intentionally missing from the Scope Score: class sizes and student-teacher interaction quality; arts, music, athletics, and enrichment programs; teacher experience and turnover; campus safety and social-emotional support; parent and community engagement; quality of special education and gifted programs; how school zones and enrollment boundaries affect access. Full methodology