Pinole Valley High School
High school in Pinole, CA · West Contra Costa Unified · Grades 9-12
On the spring 2026 state tests, 48% of Pinole Valley High School students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 33% met the math standard. In reading, that is 15 points above the West Contra Costa Unified average (34%) and about the same as the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 31% of Bay Area high schools. Reading results in 2026 were 9 points lower than in 2024, and math results were 13 points higher than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 57% | 58% | 48% | −9 pts |
| Math | 20% | 38% | 33% | +13 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Pinole Valley High School | 48% | 33% |
| West Contra Costa Unified | 34% | 28% |
| Contra Costa County | 52% | 43% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Where graduates go
Share of the class of 2022-23 enrolled in college within 16 months of graduating.
For fall 2025, UC admitted 63 of 75 freshman applicants from Pinole Valley High School (84%), and 29 enrolled.
Homes near Pinole Valley High School
The typical home value in ZIP code 94564, where Pinole Valley High School is located, is $716K, up 0.1% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
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Nearby high schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 mi | De Anza HighRichmond · Grades 9-12 | 26% | 23% | $726K |
| 1.9 mi | Hercules HighHercules · Grades 9-12 | 71% | 36% | $736K |
| 2.4 mi | Summit Public School: Tamalpais CharterRichmond · Grades 7-12 | 28% | 15% | $571K |
| 3.4 mi | Middle College HighSan Pablo · Grades 9-12 | 84% | 56% | $571K |
| 4.3 mi | Richmond HighRichmond · Grades 9-12 | 28% | 5% | $566K |
| 4.7 mi | Summit Public School K2 CharterEl Cerrito · Grades 7-12 | 25% | 14% | $1.12M |
School details
- Address
- 2900 Pinole Valley Road, Pinole, CA 94564
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (510) 231-1442
- District
- West Contra Costa Unified
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Grades
- 9-12
- Students
- 1,224 (2025-26)
- Type
- High school · Traditional
- State school code
- 07617960735316
Common questions
How did Pinole Valley High School do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 48% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 33% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Pinole Valley High School?
1,224 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 9-12.
How many Pinole Valley High School students get into UC?
For fall 2025, 63 of 75 UC freshman applicants from Pinole Valley High School were admitted. Of the class of 2022-23, 10% enrolled at a UC campus within 16 months.
How much do homes cost near Pinole Valley High School?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94564, where Pinole Valley High School is located, is $716K, up 0.1% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Pinole Valley High School guarantee a spot?
No. Public schools assign students by attendance zone, which West Contra Costa Unified sets and can change. Confirm the zone for a specific address with the district before you buy or rent.