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Murwood Elementary

Walnut Creek Elementary · Contra Costa County · 2050 Vanderslice Avenue, Walnut Creek, CA 94596-5923

(925) 943-2462

9/10
#856
Rank 856 out of 5,722
Top 15%
English Language Arts9/10 · #935 · 84th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #945 · 84th percentile
Science9/10 · #650 · 88th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

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School Overview

Murwood Elementary sits in one of Walnut Creek's quieter, tree-lined residential pockets, where families tend to put down roots and stay awhile — and the school reflects that stability. Academics are consistently strong across the board, with science being a particular bright spot, making it a great fit for families who want a well-rounded public school without the pressure-cooker atmosphere of more intensely competitive campuses. Walnut Creek itself offers a lot to love — walkable downtown, easy BART access, and a suburban feel that doesn't sacrifice convenience — so sending kids to a school like Murwood feels like a natural extension of what draws families to the area in the first place.

Student Demographics

191 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
99 (52%)
Hispanic
29 (15%)
Asian
27 (14%)
Multiple Races
19 (10%)
African American
4 (2%)
Filipino
4 (2%)
Other
9 (5%)

Key Indicators

English Learners44 (23%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged43 (23%)
Students with Disabilities32 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

451
Enrollment
20.9
Teachers (FTE)
21.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
22.2
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #2508 · 59th percentile

127 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found