Best Schools in Pittsburg, California
18 schools · 10 Elementary · 3 Middle · 5 High
Choosing a school in Pittsburg?
Use this page to compare every school in Pittsburg by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Parkside Elementary
Elementary · Pittsburg Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Pittsburg Senior High
High · Pittsburg Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Rancho Medanos Junior High
Middle · Pittsburg Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Pittsburg for 2026 are Parkside Elementary (7.3/10), Pittsburg Senior High (6.7/10), and Rancho Medanos Junior High (6.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 15 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
18
15 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$563,300
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
18
15 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$563,300
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 7.3/10 despite 82% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.4 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 Pittsburg schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +5.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Pittsburg schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Pittsburg
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 15 rated schools; 18 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Parkside Elementary | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Pittsburg Senior High | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Rancho Medanos Junior High | 6.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Foothill Elementary | 6.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Black Diamond High (continuation) | 6.2 / 10 |
| 6 | Willow Cove Elementary | 6.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Los Medanos Elementary | 5.9 / 10 |
| 8 | Heights Elementary | 5.8 / 10 |
| 9 | Hillview Junior High | 5.7 / 10 |
| 10 | Martin Luther King Jr. Junior High | 5.6 / 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
- $95,035
- Median home value
- $563,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 38 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 60%
6% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Pittsburg compares
California rank
#481 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.6
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$95k
95% of California median
Schools in this city
16
Pittsburg Unified runs 87% of Pittsburg's public schools
Pittsburg touches 3 districts, but Pittsburg Unified is the one most addresses actually attend.
Pittsburg Unified accounts for 13 of 15 public schools (87%). The other 2 districts hold the remaining 2.
Among 15 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.7 to 7.3 — the spread is inside Pittsburg, not a citywide average.
- Pittsburg Unified13 public · 87%
- Contra Costa County Office of Education1 public · 7%
- Mt. Diablo Unified1 public · 7%
About Schools in Pittsburg, California
Pittsburg, California is home to 18 schools, including 15 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 10 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 5 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Pittsburg show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Pittsburg is Parkside Elementary with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Pittsburg is served by 3 school districts: Mt. Diablo Unified, Pittsburg Unified, Contra Costa County Office of Education. These districts collectively serve 40,374 students.
Pittsburg's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $95,035. The poverty rate in the area is 11.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
10 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 565 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.3 | ||
| 2 | 550 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.2 | ||
| 3 | 596 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.0 | ||
| 4 | 658 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.9 | ||
| 5 | 521 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.8 | ||
| 6 | 603 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.3 | ||
| 7 | 473 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.3 | ||
| 8 | 597 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.1 | ||
| 9 | 592 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.7 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Peter MartyrPrivate 164 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 773 students · 6th–8th | 6.6 |
| 2 | 922 students · 6th–8th | 5.7 |
| 3 | 701 students · 6th–8th | 5.6 |
High Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3,532 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 | ||
| 2 | 205 students · 9th–12th | 6.2 | ||
| 3 | 103 students · 6th–12th | 5.2 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Spectrum Center Delta CampusPrivate 45 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Tiffanys Home School ProgramPrivate 26 students · 4th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Pittsburg
Pittsburg, California · 18 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$95,035
Median Home Value
$563,300
Median Rent
$2,145/mo
Population
99,933
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
38 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Community Profile
Pittsburg has a median household income of $95,035. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $563,300, with a median rent of $2,145/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.6%. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 10
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 5
Resources
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Pittsburg, California
How many schools are in Pittsburg, California?
Pittsburg has 18 schools, including 15 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Pittsburg, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Pittsburg 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 Pittsburg, California?
The top-ranked school in Pittsburg on MySchoolScout is Parkside Elementary with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Pittsburg, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Pittsburg on MySchoolScout is Parkside Elementary with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Pittsburg, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Pittsburg on MySchoolScout is Rancho Medanos Junior High with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best high school in Pittsburg, California?
The top-ranked high school in Pittsburg on MySchoolScout is Pittsburg Senior High with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Pittsburg, California?
Pittsburg is served by 3 school districts: Mt. Diablo Unified, Pittsburg Unified, Contra Costa County Office of Education.
What is the education level in Pittsburg, California?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Pittsburg have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Pittsburg, California?
The median household income in Pittsburg is approximately $95,035 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Pittsburg, California?
Yes, Pittsburg has 3 private schools alongside 15 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Peter Martyr with a score of 5.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Pittsburg, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Pittsburg is 20.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Pittsburg, 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.