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#1475 of 3,177 private schools in CA
Top 46% of private schools
Northcreek Academy
Elementary School
2303 Ygnacio Valley Road, Suite A, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
About Northcreek Academy
Northcreek Academy is an private elementary school in Walnut Creek, CA 94598. The school serves approximately 415 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.0/10, placing it in the 53.6th percentile among private schools in CA — an above average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in school profile (7.5/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $188,170, where 74% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Compared to the 13 public schools in Walnut Creek, Northcreek Academy rates higher overall (7.0 vs 5.7 average).
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Northcreek Academy compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Walnut Creek, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Northcreek Academy (this school) | 7.0 |
| Walnut Acres Elementary | 6.6 |
| Contra Costa School of Performing Arts | 2.7 |
| Foothill Middle | 4.2 |
| Bancroft Elementary | 6.4 |
| Valle Verde Elementary | 5.5 |
| Eagle Peak Montessori | 5.0 |
| Indian Valley Elementary | 5.3 |
| Walnut Creek Intermediate | 5.7 |
| Walnut Heights Elementary | 6.4 |
| Buena Vista Elementary | 6.5 |
| Murwood Elementary | 7.3 |
| Tice Creek | 6.8 |
| Parkmead Elementary | 5.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 45% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 2 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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Location
2303 Ygnacio Valley Road, Suite A, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTHCREEK ACADEMY & PRESCHOOL Walnut Creek | 0.0 mi | 7.0 |
| KLA SCHOOLS OF WALNUT CREEK Walnut Creek | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Contra Costa School of Performing Arts Walnut Creek | 0.6 mi | 2.7 |
| Berean Christian High School Walnut Creek | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Walnut Acres Elementary Walnut Creek | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| BEREAN CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Walnut Creek | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| SPRINGFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Walnut Creek | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Bancroft Elementary Walnut Creek | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| CARONDELET HIGH SCHOOL Concord | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Ygnacio Valley High Concord | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Carondelet High School Concord | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| De La Salle High School of Concord Concord | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| DE LA SALLE HIGH SCHOOL Concord | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Foothill Middle Walnut Creek | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Oak Grove Middle Concord | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Valle Verde Elementary Walnut Creek | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Sonder Creek Academy Walnut Creek | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Saint Francis of Assisi Concord | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Eagle Peak Montessori Walnut Creek | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI Concord | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94598 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$188,170
Median Home Value
$1,307,100
Median Rent
$2,989/mo
Population
26,293
College Educated
73.8%
Homeownership
76.1%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
45.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary La Crescenta, CA | 7.0 |
| Alta Mesa Elementary Redding, CA | 7.0 |
| Arbolita Elementary La Habra, CA | 7.0 |
| Arellanes (Don Juan Bautista) Elementary Santa Maria, CA | 7.0 |
| Bel Aire Elementary Tiburon, CA | 7.0 |
| Brookside Elementary San Anselmo, CA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northcreek Academy
What grades does Northcreek Academy serve?
Northcreek Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Northcreek Academy?
Northcreek Academy has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northcreek Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Northcreek Academy is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Northcreek Academy rank in CA?
Northcreek Academy is ranked #1475 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is Northcreek Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Northcreek Academy has a composite rating of 7.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Northcreek Academy a private school?
Yes, Northcreek Academy is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 415
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Contra Costa
- Phone
- (925) 954-6322
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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