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Mt. Diablo Elementary
Elementary School · Mt. Diablo Unified
5880 Mt. Zion Dr., Clayton, CA 94517
Enrollment
738
Student-Teacher
29.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
738
Student-Teacher
29.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,481 of 9,539
In Clayton
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#15 of 47
Mt. Diablo Unified
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Mt. Diablo Elementary
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About Mt. Diablo Elementary
Mt. Diablo Elementary is a public elementary school in Clayton, CA, part of Mt. Diablo Unified.
Mt. Diablo Elementary serves approximately 738 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 29.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt.
Diablo Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #5,481 of 9,539 schools in CA. Structured state assessment records for Mt. Diablo Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 4.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Mt. Diablo Elementary runs 29.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Mt. Diablo Elementary — Students at Mt. Diablo Elementary score 69% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
8.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Mt. Diablo Elementary Compares
See how Mt. Diablo Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5880 Mt. Zion Dr., Clayton, CA 94517
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt. Diablo Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KINGS VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Concord), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Highlands Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Concord), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Silverwood Elementary (rated 5.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Concord), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Clayton, see our Clayton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pine Hollow Middle Concord | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Highlands Elementary Concord | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Hope Academy for Dyslexics Concord | 1.3 mi | — |
| HOPE ACADEMY FOR DYSLEXICS Concord | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Diablo View Middle Clayton | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Clayton Valley Charter High Concord | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Ayers Elementary Concord | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| MYRTLE FARM MONTESSORI SCHOOL Concord | 2.2 mi | — |
| Voyager Academy Concord | 2.3 mi | — |
| STEP BY STEP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Concord | 2.2 mi | — |
| Silverwood Elementary Concord | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| ANGELS MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL Concord | 2.6 mi | — |
| Mountain View Elementary Concord | 3.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Tabernacle Christian, Inc. Concord | 3.4 mi | — |
| TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS, INC. Concord | 3.4 mi | 5.4 |
| WOOD ROSE ACADEMY Concord | 3.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Wood Rose Academy Concord | 3.3 mi | — |
| King's Valley Christian School Concord | 3.4 mi | — |
| KINGS VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Concord | 3.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Concord High Concord | 3.7 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94517 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$164,860
Median Home Value
$995,600
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
12,164
College Educated
57.7%
Homeownership
90.1%
Avg Commute
39.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
43.9
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| Bon View Elementary Ontario, CA | 6.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt. Diablo Elementary
What grades does Mt. Diablo Elementary serve?
Mt. Diablo Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mt. Diablo Elementary?
Mt. Diablo Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 738 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Diablo Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Diablo Elementary is 29.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mt. Diablo Elementary rank in CA?
Mt. Diablo Elementary ranks #5,481 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mt. Diablo Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt. Diablo Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mt. Diablo Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. Diablo Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mt. Diablo Elementary a charter school?
No, Mt. Diablo Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt. Diablo Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mt. Diablo Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt. Diablo Elementary?
8.4% of students at Mt. Diablo Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 738
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 29.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 8.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Phone
- (925) 672-4840
Resources & Links
District
Mt. Diablo Unified- District Enrollment
- 29,356
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,421
- District Rank
- #15 of 47
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