Best Schools in Concord, California
61 schools · 32 Elementary · 8 Middle · 16 High · 5 Other
Choosing a school in Concord?
Use this page to compare every school in Concord by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Silverwood Elementary
Elementary · Mt. Diablo Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
EL Monte Elementary
Elementary · Mt. Diablo Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Sun Terrace Elementary
Elementary · Mt. Diablo Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Concord for 2026 are Silverwood Elementary (7.6/10), EL Monte Elementary (6.9/10), and Sun Terrace Elementary (6.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 23 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
61
26 public · 35 private
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$737,400
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
61
26 public · 35 private
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$737,400
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 7.6/10 despite 34% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.4 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Concord schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +7.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Concord schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Concord
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 23 rated schools; 61 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Silverwood Elementary | 7.6 / 10 |
| 2 | EL Monte Elementary | 6.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Sun Terrace Elementary | 6.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Olympic Continuation High | 6.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Pine Hollow Middle | 6.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Concord High | 6.0 / 10 |
| 7 | EL Dorado Middle | 5.9 / 10 |
| 8 | Holbrook Language Academy | 5.9 / 10 |
| 9 | Clayton Valley Charter High | 5.8 / 10 |
| 10 | Mt. Diablo High | 5.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $110,469
- Median home value
- $737,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 37%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 63%
18% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Concord compares
California rank
#485 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.6
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$110k
111% of California median
Schools in this city
40
Education Snapshot
Concord, CaliforniaConcord's 63 schools serve roughly 22,622 students across 3 districts, with the mix weighted toward earlier grades: 38 elementary campuses compared to 14 high schools, 7 middle schools, and 4 combined sites. Of those 63, 39 carry composite ratings averaging 5.2/10 — a full point below California's 6.3/10 statewide average. That below-state academic profile runs counter to the city's income position: Concord's median household income of $111,009 is 6% higher than the California median of $105,206, placing the city above the state's economic midpoint. Charter alternatives are thin, with just 1 charter school among the 63 campuses. Adults in Concord holding a bachelor's degree or higher account for 38% of residents. The gap between Concord's above-median income and its below-state school ratings is the headline finding for parents exploring neighborhoods here.
Mt. Diablo Unified runs Concord's public schools
26 public schools. Mt. Diablo Unified is the dominant district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Concord is a Mt. Diablo Unified school (24 of 26).
Among 23 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 2.4 to 7.6 — the spread is inside Concord, not a citywide average.
- Mt. Diablo Unified24 public · 92%
- Clayton Valley Charter High District1 public · 4%
- Contra Costa County Office of Education1 public · 4%
About Schools in Concord, California
Concord's public school system spans 23 ranked schools, covering the full grade range from elementary through high school. The city averages 5.5 out of 10 across those 23 schools — a middle-of-the-road baseline that reflects wide variation rather than uniform mediocrity. Only 3 schools, or 13% of the ranked total, clear the 7-point threshold, so strong options exist but require deliberate research rather than geographic luck.
At the top of the city, Westwood Elementary leads with an 8.2 — the highest score in Concord and a meaningful outlier against the 5.5 average. Families zoned for Westwood are getting one of the stronger elementary placements in this part of Contra Costa County. Two high schools also clear the 7-point mark: Clayton Valley Charter High at 7.6 and Ygnacio Valley High at 7.3. Clayton Valley's charter structure gives it more operational flexibility than traditional district schools, and its score puts it well above the city mean. Ygnacio Valley performs competitively for a comprehensive high school. Holbrook Language Academy rounds out the upper tier at the elementary level with a 6.7, offering a language-immersion program for families who prioritize bilingual education. Floyd I. Marchus, categorized as a specialized school type, scores 6.8 — above the city average and worth understanding if it serves your child's needs.
The majority of Concord's 23 schools fall below the 7-point line. The gap between the top school (8.2) and the city average (5.5) is 2.7 points — a significant spread within a single city. Parents should not assume neighborhood assignment translates to a strong academic fit.
The practical move for families considering Concord: identify your school zone before committing to a neighborhood, then benchmark it against these numbers. At the elementary level, Westwood and Holbrook both outperform the city average and offer distinct program types. At the high school level, Clayton Valley Charter is the standout, though charter enrollment typically involves an application or lottery process separate from standard attendance boundaries. Cross-reference your specific address against current school boundaries — zoning lines in mid-sized cities shift, and the difference of one street can change your assignment significantly.
Elementary Schools
32 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 524 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 412 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.9 |
| 3 | 402 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.9 |
| 4 | 476 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.9 |
| 5 | 578 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.6 |
| 6 | 388 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.1 |
| 7 | 711 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.0 |
| 8 | 230 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.5 |
| 9 | 451 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.2 |
| 10 | 502 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.0 |
Show all 32 elementary schools in Concord
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 557 students · 6th–8th | 6.1 | ||
| 2 | 811 students · 6th–8th | 5.9 | ||
| 3 | 692 students · 6th–8th | 5.6 | ||
Private Schools5 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Hope Academy for DyslexicsPrivate 54 students · 3rd–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Core Education AcademyPrivate 89 students · 3rd–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | De La Salle AcademyPrivate 68 students · 5th–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | Acton Academy Concord, IncPrivate 5 students · 4th–6th | Not Rated | ||
| 5 | Independent StudiesPrivate 14 students · 8th–8th | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
16 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 240 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 | ||
| 2 | 1,118 students · 9th–12th | 6.0 | ||
| 3 | 2,390 students · 9th–12th | 5.8 | ||
| 4 | 1,477 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 | ||
| 5 | 1,111 students · 9th–12th | 4.9 | ||
| 6 | 18 students · 7th–12th | — | ||
| 7 | 16 students · 6th–12th | — | ||
Private Schools9 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Carondelet High SchoolPrivate 834 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | De La Salle High SchoolPrivate 1,042 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | 30 students · 9th–9th | Not Rated | ||
Show all 16 high schools in Concord
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Other Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 41 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.0 | ||
Private Schools4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 40 students · 3rd–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Calvary ChristianPrivate 56 students · 1st–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | Anova Center for EducationPrivate 71 students · 1st–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | Diablo ValleyPrivate 15 students · UG–UG | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Concord
Concord, California · 61 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 4 ZIP codes
Median Income
$110,469
Median Home Value
$737,400
Median Rent
$2,284/mo
Population
125,546
College Educated
37%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Community Profile
Concord has a median household income of $110,469. It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $737,400, with a median rent of $2,284/month. The local poverty rate of 8.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 32
- Middle
- 8
- High
- 16
- Other
- 5
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Common questions about schools in Concord, California
How many schools are in Concord, California?
Concord has 61 schools, including 26 public and 35 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Concord, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Concord is 5.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Concord, California?
The top-ranked school in Concord on MySchoolScout is Silverwood Elementary with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Concord, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Concord on MySchoolScout is Silverwood Elementary with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Concord, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Concord on MySchoolScout is Pine Hollow Middle with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best high school in Concord, California?
The top-ranked high school in Concord on MySchoolScout is Olympic Continuation High with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Concord, California?
Concord is served by 3 school districts: Clayton Valley Charter High District, Mt. Diablo Unified, Contra Costa County Office of Education.
What is the education level in Concord, California?
According to Census data, 37% of adults in Concord have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Concord, California?
The median household income in Concord is approximately $110,469 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Concord, California?
Yes, Concord has 35 private schools alongside 26 public schools. The top-rated private school is Hope Academy for Dyslexics with a score of 7.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Concord, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Concord is 14.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Concord, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.