Schools in 94598 — Walnut Creek, California: 94598 schools aren't just reaching proficiency — they're pushing students beyond it.
94598 has 7 ranked schools in Walnut Creek, averaging a Scope Score of 62.2/100 — 17.4 points above the state average of 44.8 (CDE CAASPP 2025). Scores range from 44.6 to 69.2, a 24.5-point spread. 3 schools rank in the 90th percentile or above statewide.
How 94598 schools perform
The top-ranked school is Walnut Acres Elementary with a Scope Score of 69 and 51.6% of students exceeding standard.
These schools are pushing students past the bar, not just to it. Schools here average 37.5% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 21.3%.
Chronic absenteeism across 94598 averages 8.3%, below the state average of 17.9%. CDE CAASPP 2025.
How 94598 compares to nearby zip codes
| Zip | City | Schools | Avg Score | vs 94598 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94598 | Walnut Creek | 7 | Solid 62.2/100 | — |
| 94596 | Walnut Creek | 3 | Solid 63.8/100 | +1.6 |
| 94595 | Walnut Creek | 3 | Solid 58.6/100 | -3.6 |
| 94601 | Oakland | 17 | Developing 31.4/100 | -30.8 |
| 94602 | Oakland | 4 | Developing 37.3/100 | -24.9 |
| 94603 | Oakland | 11 | Needs Support 28.0/100 | -34.2 |
Source: CDE CAASPP 2025, analyzed by SchoolScope.
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
ranked by Scope Score · 2024–25 CAASPP
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Walnut Acres Elementary Mt. Diablo Unified Building Momentum | 51.6% | Solid 69/100 |
| 2 | Valle Verde Elementary Mt. Diablo Unified Strong All-Around | 45.2% | Solid 69/100 |
| 3 | Indian Valley Elementary Walnut Creek Elementary Growth Engine | 37.1% | Solid 68/100 |
| 4 | Northgate High Mt. Diablo Unified Strong All-Around | 37.9% | Solid 67/100 |
| 5 | Bancroft Elementary Mt. Diablo Unified Strong All-Around | 33.6% | Solid 60/100 |
| 6 | Foothill Middle Mt. Diablo Unified Solid Base | 36.2% | Solid 58/100 |
| 7 | Eagle Peak Montessori Mt. Diablo Unified Culture First | 20.9% | Developing 45/100 |
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.
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