Summit Public School: Tamalpais
High school in Richmond, CA · West Contra Costa Unified · Grades 7-12 · Charter
On the spring 2026 state tests, 28% of Summit Public School: Tamalpais students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 15% met the math standard. In reading, that is 21 points below the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 10% of Bay Area high schools, and it ranks 2nd of 6 public high schools in Richmond. Reading results in 2026 were 10 points lower than in 2024, and math results were 2 points lower than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 38% | 32% | 28% | −10 pts |
| Math | 17% | 15% | 15% | −2 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Summit Public School: Tamalpais | 28% | 15% |
| Contra Costa County | 52% | 43% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Results by grade, spring 2026
| Grade | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| 7th grade | 30% | 18% |
| 8th grade | 27% | 19% |
| 11th grade | 28% | 6% |
Students are tested in grades 3 to 8 and 11. Each grade is a different group of students, so differences between grades are not a trend.
Where graduates go
Share of the class of 2022-23 enrolled in college within 16 months of graduating.
Homes near Summit Public School: Tamalpais
The typical home value in ZIP code 94806, where Summit Public School: Tamalpais is located, is $571K, down 0.5% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Charter schools usually admit by application or lottery, so where you live may not decide whether your child can attend.
Nearby high schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 mi | Middle College HighSan Pablo · Grades 9-12 | 84% | 56% | $571K |
| 2.1 mi | Richmond HighRichmond · Grades 9-12 | 28% | 5% | $566K |
| 2.4 mi | De Anza HighRichmond · Grades 9-12 | 26% | 23% | $726K |
| 2.4 mi | Pinole Valley HighPinole · Grades 9-12 | 48% | 33% | $716K |
| 3.5 mi | Leadership Public Schools: Richmond CharterRichmond · Grades 9-12 | 38% | 21% | $507K |
| 3.6 mi | John F. Kennedy HighRichmond · Grades 9-12 | 14% | 23% | $566K |
School details
- Address
- 3020 Hilltop Mall Road, Richmond, CA 94806
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (510) 374-4185
- District
- West Contra Costa Unified
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Grades
- 7-12
- Students
- 619 (2025-26)
- Type
- High school · Traditional · Charter
- Opened
- 2016
- Website
- tam.summitps.org
- State school code
- 07617960133637
Common questions
How did Summit Public School: Tamalpais do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 28% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 15% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Summit Public School: Tamalpais?
619 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 7-12.
How much do homes cost near Summit Public School: Tamalpais?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94806, where Summit Public School: Tamalpais is located, is $571K, down 0.5% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Summit Public School: Tamalpais guarantee a spot?
No. As a charter school it usually admits by application or lottery rather than by address.