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Parkmead Elementary

Walnut Creek Elementary · Contra Costa County · 1920 Magnolia Way, Walnut Creek, CA 94595-1715

(925) 944-6858

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9/10
#924
Rank 924 out of 5,722
Top 16%
English Language Arts9/10 · #1062 · 81st percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #896 · 84th percentile
Science9/10 · #792 · 86th percentile

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School Overview

Parkmead Elementary sits in one of Walnut Creek's quieter residential pockets, where tree-lined streets and a strong sense of community make it a natural fit for families putting down roots in the East Bay. Academics here are genuinely solid across the board, with particularly strong showings in math and science that appeal to families who want rigorous learning without the pressure-cooker atmosphere of some Bay Area schools. Walnut Creek itself offers a nice balance — easy BART access, great downtown dining and shopping, and the trails of Mount Diablo nearby — making it a lifestyle draw as much as an academic one.

Student Demographics

216 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
103 (48%)
Hispanic
39 (18%)
Asian
32 (15%)
Multiple Races
22 (10%)
African American
7 (3%)
Filipino
4 (2%)
Other
9 (4%)

Key Indicators

English Learners33 (15%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged49 (23%)
Students with Disabilities13 (6%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

478
Enrollment
20.9
Teachers (FTE)
22.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
22.1
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 Programs8/10 · #1486 · 75th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found