For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,486 students in 94549, CA (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,749 private students). 72% of all K-12 students in 94549, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 94549, CA are Happy Valley Elementary School, Lafayette Elementary School and Burton Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94549 have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 84% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94549, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94549, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Happy Valley Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
3855 Happy Valley Rd.
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 927-3560
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 927-3560
Gr: K-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Lafayette Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
950 Moraga Rd.
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 927-3570
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 927-3570
Gr: K-5 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Burton Valley Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
561 Merriewood Dr.
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 927-3550
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 927-3550
Gr: K-5 | 653 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #44.
Springhill Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3301 Springhill Rd.
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 927-3580
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 927-3580
Gr: K-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
M. H. Stanley Middle School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3455 School St.
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 927-3530
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 927-3530
Gr: 6-8 | 1,117 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #66.
Acalanes High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1200 Pleasant Hill Rd.
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 280-3970
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 280-3970
Gr: 9-12 | 1,256 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
561 Merriwood
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 927-3550
Lafayette, CA 94549
(925) 927-3550
Gr: K | 3 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 94549, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 94549, CA include Happy Valley Elementary School, Lafayette Elementary School and Burton Valley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 94549?
7 public schools are located in 94549.
What percentage of students in 94549 go to public school?
72% of all K-12 students in 94549 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94549?
94549 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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