Very Good
#273 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 15% of private schools
Seven Hills School
Elementary School
975 N SAN CARLOS DR, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#273 of 1,787
In Walnut Creek
#2 of 9
public schools
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Seven Hills School
Elementary School in Walnut Creek · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Seven Hills School
Seven Hills School is a private elementary school in Walnut Creek, CA. Seven Hills School serves approximately 381 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Seven Hills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #273 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Seven Hills School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Seven Hills School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Seven Hills School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Walnut Creek, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Seven Hills School (this school) | 7.4 |
| Bancroft Elementary | 6.6 |
| Walnut Creek Intermediate | 7.0 |
| Buena Vista Elementary | 8.1 |
| Contra Costa School of Performing Arts | 4.2 |
| Walnut Acres Elementary | 6.7 |
| Indian Valley Elementary | 6.7 |
| Foothill Middle | 7.2 |
| Walnut Heights Elementary | 7.6 |
| Valle Verde Elementary | 5.9 |
| Eagle Peak Montessori | 5.2 |
| Tice Creek | 8.8 |
| Parkmead Elementary | 7.4 |
| Murwood Elementary | 7.8 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
975 N SAN CARLOS DR, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Seven Hills School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Buena Vista Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Bancroft Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, NORTHCREEK ACADEMY & PRESCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Walnut Creek, see our Walnut Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Seven Hills School Walnut Creek | 0.0 mi | — |
| Sonder Creek Academy Walnut Creek | 0.7 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy Walnut Creek Walnut Creek | 0.7 mi | — |
| Bancroft Elementary Walnut Creek | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Walnut Creek Intermediate Walnut Creek | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| WELLSPRING EDUCATIONAL SERVICES INC Walnut Creek | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Wellspring Educational Services Inc Walnut Creek | 0.9 mi | — |
| Berean Christian High School Walnut Creek | 1.0 mi | — |
| Cedar Life Academy Walnut Creek | 1.2 mi | — |
| CARONDELET HIGH SCHOOL Concord | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Carondelet High School Concord | 1.1 mi | — |
| BEREAN CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Walnut Creek | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| NorthCreek Academy Walnut Creek | 1.1 mi | — |
| NORTHCREEK ACADEMY & PRESCHOOL Walnut Creek | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| De La Salle High School of Concord Concord | 1.3 mi | — |
| DE LA SALLE HIGH SCHOOL Concord | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Oak Grove Middle Concord | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Fair Oaks Elementary Pleasant Hill | 1.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Buena Vista Elementary Walnut Creek | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Pleasant Hill Middle Pleasant Hill | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Allen (Ella B.) Elementary Bonita, CA | 7.4 |
| Anderson Elementary Compton, CA | 7.4 |
| BLACK PINE CIRCLE SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 7.4 |
| BPC UPPER SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 7.4 |
| Broad Avenue Elementary Wilmington, CA | 7.4 |
| Buford Elementary Lennox, CA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Seven Hills School
What grades does Seven Hills School serve?
Seven Hills School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Seven Hills School?
Seven Hills School has an enrollment of approximately 381 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Seven Hills School?
The student-teacher ratio at Seven Hills School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Seven Hills School rank in CA?
Seven Hills School ranks #273 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Seven Hills School's MySchoolScout rating?
Seven Hills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Seven Hills School a private school?
Yes, Seven Hills School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Seven Hills School a religious school?
No, Seven Hills School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 381
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Phone
- (925) 997-4988
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