Serving 285 students in grades 6-12, Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts's student population of 285 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
285 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6303 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
43%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
27%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts's ranking?
Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts is ranked #6303 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts often compared to?
Contra Costa School Of Performing Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Foothill Middle School, Valley View Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts?
The graduation rate of Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts?
285 students attend Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts?
Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts offer ?
Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts part of?
Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts is part of Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts School District.
In what neighborhood is Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts located?
Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts is located in the Ygnacio Valley neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Ygnacio Valley.
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