Parkmead Elementary School

Parkmead Elementary School is located in Walnut Creek, California.

Parkmead Elementary School is located in Contra Costa County.

Parkmead Elementary School serves grades K-5.

Parkmead Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5

1920 Magnolia Way, Walnut Creek, CA

Saranap Neighborhood

Walnut Creek Elementary School District

444 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Alison Gomez

Student Teacher Ratio
23:1

Math Proficiency
67%

Reading Proficiency
68%

Academics

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

68%

Math Proficiency

67%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 23:1 Teachers 19	Full Time Teachers 19
Teachers in First or Second Year 4.8%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male 50.8%	Female 49.2%
White 47.7%	Asian 15.1%
Hispanic 14.9%	Two or more races 11.9%
Filipino 2.3%	Black 2.1%
Pacific Islander <1%	Native American <1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 parent

4/25/2026

I’m incredibly impressed with this school! We transferred our son from a private school to Parkmead, and we’ve never regretted our decision. The staff is genuinely passionate about their work and is always eager to help. Mr. Burstein, the principal, is a true leader and role model for the children....

5.0 parent

10/26/2022

We have been with PM from kinder through 5th and have been so pleased with our child's education, the teachers, and the staff. Throughout our time, we have experienced first-hand the emphasis and care from teachers regarding our child's social and emotional wellbeing. We received excellent support w...

5.0 parent

10/20/2020

Wonderful experience for all four of my children. Dedicated principal, staff and teachers.

3.0 parent

10/19/2020

I think the leadership (principal) is the issue with this school at its core. If leadership were better, I am sure the ratings would vastly increase.

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Parkmead Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Walnut Creek, CA and is served by the Walnut Creek Elementary School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 444 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23:1. Academic records show that 67% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 68% are proficient in reading. Parkmead Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $1,400,940. Discover additional schools in the area, like Las Lomas High School, Acalanes High School, Springstone School, and more. Learn more about what Walnut Creek has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Parkmead Elementary School.

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