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#1476 of 3,177 private schools in CA
Top 46% of private schools
Walnut Creek Christian Academy
Elementary School
2336 Buena Vista Avenue, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
About Walnut Creek Christian Academy
Walnut Creek Christian Academy is an private elementary school in Walnut Creek, CA 94597. The school serves approximately 148 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.3:1. 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 $142,685, where 66% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Compared to the 13 public schools in Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek Christian Academy rates higher overall (7.0 vs 5.7 average).
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Walnut Creek Christian Academy compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Walnut Creek, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Walnut Creek Christian Academy (this school) | 7.0 |
| Buena Vista Elementary | 6.5 |
| Walnut Creek Intermediate | 5.7 |
| Tice Creek | 6.8 |
| Parkmead Elementary | 5.5 |
| Walnut Heights Elementary | 6.4 |
| Indian Valley Elementary | 5.3 |
| Bancroft Elementary | 6.4 |
| Murwood Elementary | 7.3 |
| Walnut Acres Elementary | 6.6 |
| Contra Costa School of Performing Arts | 2.7 |
| Foothill Middle | 4.2 |
| Eagle Peak Montessori | 5.0 |
| Valle Verde Elementary | 5.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
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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: 45% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 2 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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Location
2336 Buena Vista Avenue, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94597 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$142,685
Median Home Value
$986,700
Median Rent
$2,557/mo
Population
24,235
College Educated
65.6%
Homeownership
46.4%
Avg Commute
33.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
36.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walnut Creek Christian Academy
What grades does Walnut Creek Christian Academy serve?
Walnut Creek Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Walnut Creek Christian Academy?
Walnut Creek Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 148 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walnut Creek Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Walnut Creek Christian Academy is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Walnut Creek Christian Academy rank in CA?
Walnut Creek Christian Academy is ranked #1476 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is Walnut Creek Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Walnut Creek Christian 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 Walnut Creek Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Walnut Creek Christian 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
- 148
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Contra Costa
- Phone
- (925) 935-1587
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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