Our East Bay Communities

Click on any of the following communities to view a summary of the location, including further links specific to the area.

Alameda Alamo Albany
Antioch Bay Point Berkeley
Blackhawk Brentwood Castro Valley
Clayton Concord Crockett/Port Costa
Danville Diablo Discovery Bay
Dublin El Sobrante Emeryville
Hayward Hercules Lafayette
Livermore Martinez Moraga
Oakland Oakley Orinda
Pacheco Piedmont Pinole
Pittsburg Pleasant Hill Pleasanton
Richmond Rodeo Rossmoor
San Ramon Walnut Creek

Alameda  Top

The City of Alameda is part of a former Spanish land grant stretching from San Leandro to Berkeley that was given to Luis Peralta in 1818, by the Governor of California. Peralta passed this land to his son, Antonio Peralta.

WW Chipman and Gideon Aughinbaugh, the first American settlers to arrive in Alameda, established a large peach orchard, which was the beginning of the area's development. Later, Chipman and Aughinbaugh purchased the Alameda land for the sum of $14,000.

The City of Alameda was formally organized on December 27, 1884. Three weeks later, on January 18, 1885, the Official Seal was approved and adopted. Its Latin inscription "Prosperitas terra mari que", freely translates as: "prosperity from the land and sea". The Island of Alameda was created in 1902 when a tidal canal ( the "Estuary") was created joining Oakland's harbor with the San Leandro Bay. With this move, Alameda was put on the map as an important shipping port.

Alameda is a charter city, which gives it the power to make and enforce ordinances and regulations in respect to its "municipal affairs" subject only to restrictions and limitations provided in its charter (Sec. 5, Article XI State Constitution). Alameda and six other California Cities, pioneered the Council-Manager form of government, in 1917. The system proved so effective that virtually all California cities have since adopted this form of government. The City's present charter was adopted in 1937, and created Alameda's Civil Service System.

Today, Alameda's elected officials, City staff, volunteer Boards and Commissions and special committees work together to preserve and enhance the quality of life Alamedans have enjoyed for more than a century. Resplendent Victorian homes grace shade tree-lined streets covering the island's 12.4 square miles. An invigorating climate, manicured parks, historical business districts and numerous recreational opportunities offer Alameda's almost 80,000 residents a special living environment.

Alameda City Unified School District Test Results
Alameda Unified School District Info

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Alamo Top

Alamo is a small community located in the midst of Walnut Creek, Danville, Mt. Diablo and Las Trampas Peak. Alamo has a quaint, small town atmosphere and is in close proximity to urban conveniences. Alamo offers access to wonderful restaurants, shopping, and easy transportation.

Alamo has 2 beautiful state parks. Many estates in the area have yards that could be mistaken for parks, featured with pools, gardens, play equipment, tennis courts, stables and many more luxuries. There are miles of equestrian trails joining the local area neighborhoods.

Alamo has a beautiful private membership country club. Roundhill Country Club offers golf, swimming, tennis, and a social organization. The golf course has many beautiful homes sparingly scattered throughout its ridgelines.

The San Ramon Valley Unified School District provides elementary, intermediate and high school education to the majority of the community. The school system is nationally awarded for its achievements. Achievement test scores consistently rank in the top percentiles among California schools.
San Ramon Valley Unified School District Test Results
San Ramon Valley Unified School District Info

The northwestern corner of Alamo bordering along south Walnut Creek and Tice Valley are actually served by the Walnut Creek Elementary School District for elementary & middle schools, and the Acalanes Union High School District for high school. (Click for Walnut Creek Test Scores or Acalanes Test Scores )

Population in Alamo per the 1990 Census was 12,277. The new 2000 Census should indicate 20%-30% growth since 1990.

Chamber of Commerce: P.O. Box 98, Alamo/Danville, 94507 (925) 837-4400


Albany Top

Albany is a picturesque residential community located on the east shore of the San Francisco Bay, just opposite the Golden Gate Bridge. A large selection of award-winning restaurants and wide-variety small businesses make this town of 17,000 an easy choice to call home. Being adjacent to I-80 and I-580, Albany is easily accessible for business, a stroll in the two community parks, or just a nice relaxing evening by the waterfront. The community is also a top choice for quality education.


Antioch Top Antioch is a rapidly growing community, in fact it is the fastest growing community in the Contra Costa County. Antioch is over 100 years old, yet has thousands of new homes being built in a very affordable price range. New schools are being built to keep up with the growth Antioch is experiencing. The downtown area has a new marina, a promenade, and a fish pier. Downtown features restaurants, shopping, clubs, and BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit). Antioch has many outdoor activities, parks, fishing, boating, and water sports.

Population: 62,195

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Bay Point Top

Population: 17,453

Bay Point is located in the northeasterly end of the Diablo Valley in an area generally referred to as Central Contra Costa County. In It’s central location, Bay Point is located approximately 30 mile east of San Francisco. Commute time on the freeway system to Oakland and San Francisco ranges from 30 to 60 minutes, and now that BART is beginning operations of their station in Bay Point, commute time from Bay Point should be 25 to 40 minutes away by rail. Bay Point once considered part of Pittsburgh, is now an independent, unincorporated area of the County and within the redevelopment agency area of responsibility for the County Bay Point has opportunities abounding and can be seen as one of the foremost areas for business as well as residential development into the next century.


Berkeley Top Incorporated in 1878, Berkeley continues to welcome newcomers from all backgrounds, foster close community ties, and live up to its reputation as an innovative, exciting, and fun place to live. Over 83% of its residents rate Berkeley an "excellent" or "good" place to live.

When asked what they like most about living in Berkeley, residents repeatedly site cultural diversity, art, beautiful parks, innovative businesses, and friendliness amongst neighbors. Other frequently mentioned characteristics include great restaurants and shopping, proximity to the University of California - Berkeley, geographic location, the physical beauty of the environment, easy access to San Francisco, Oakland, and Silicon Valley, the weather, community services and recreational activities.

Ocean View was the orignal name of Berkeley when founded in 1853. In 1866, the town was renamed Berkeley. The county seat of Alameda County was at San Leandro and Oakland was the center of an agricultural community. The railroads were coming, roads were being built, and Mills College had been established. Alameda County was already beginning to show the trend of development toward its great future.

Today, Berkeley has over 107,000 and a worldwide reputation. The University of California and Ernest Orlando Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory are the city's largest employers.

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Blackhawk Top

Prestigious Blackhawk Country Club, located just east of the town of Danville is a self-contained unincorporated entity of its own. Blackhawk was the brain-child of real estate developer Ken Behring (former owner of the Seattle Seahawks NFL team)in the late 1970's. To appreciate the magnitude of Ken's vision you have to see this place to believe it.

Blackhawk is actually made up of 5 seperate gated communities with nearly 4,000 homes. Each community has a slightly different feel, but all are spectacular in their own way with amenities such as two 18 hole championship golf courses, uncompromised landscapes and vistas through hills and valleys at the base of majestic Mt. Diablo.

Gorgeous tree-lined streets, country estates, and executive estates are everywhere, and seem to exude a feel of another era. This is a community fit for a King or Queen! Truly, Blackhawk is called home by many of the Bay Area's "captains of industry", professional athletes, and area entrepreneurs.

Excellent shopping, dining, museums and services are at the edge of the development in the form of the spectacularly architected Blackhawk Plaza as well as the myriad of options in nearby Danville, San Ramon and Alamo.

This is the quintessential community for the uncompromising family!

The nationally awarded and highly ranked San Ramon Valley Unified School District provides elementary, intermediate and high school education to the community. Achievement test scores consistently rank in the top percentiles among California schools.
San Ramon Valley Unified School District Test Results
San Ramon Valley Unified School District Info



Brentwood Top

In the late 1830's, Dr. John Marsh established himself as the first American citizen and physician in the area. In 1837, Dr. Marsh built a large stone manor house which still stands today.

By 1878, Brentwood erected its first post office and the San Pablo-Tulare Railroad serviced the growing township. Its namesake is a city in England where a resident of the new town once lived.

By 1890, Brentwood was the largest shipping point for wheat and barley between New Orleans and San Francisco. It incorporated into a city in 1948 as a General Law City. The City of Brentwood was incorporated in 1948 The City Government consists of an elected Mayor and four City Council members. The Council member receiving the most votes during the election earns the honor of serving as the City's Vice-Mayor.

Brentwood remains an agricultural town. Crops raised here include grain, alfalfa, apricots, nectarines, peaches, plums, cherries, figs, pears, walnuts, almonds, pistachios, tomatoes, corn, melons, squash, and lettuce.

Several large business parks in Contra Costa and Alameda counties are within easy commute distance. These include the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and Sandia National Labs, located in Livermore. Additionally, Brentwood is just 25 miles from the Port of Stockton, a diversified transportation center encompassing a 600 acre operating area.

Located in one of the fastest growing counties in California, Brentwood has had a significant population increase in the past five years and will continue to expand into the next decade.

Brentwood is 70 feet above sea level with an average minimum temperature of 44 degrees and average maximum temperature of 95 degrees. Average annual rainfall is 14.06 inches.

Brentwood Union Elementary School District Test Results

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Castro Valley Top

Castro Valley has a unique history that adds to its character. Don Guillermo Castro, a soldier with the Mexican army, received a land grant of over 20,000 acres. This is now known as Castro Valley. He sold his land and many families that settled in the area ran large cattle and poultry farms. There are many beautiful flower, fruit and vegetable gardens throughout the area. The rural atmosphere is still very apparent. Horse breeding, riding, and showing is very popular in the area.

Castro Valley has many small area shops, but the majority of the shopping district is located on Castro Valley Boulevard and Redwood Road.

Castro Valley Unified School District Test Results

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Clayton Top

Population: 8,6O0

Clayton is a charming and rustic city nestled amidst the calm of the Mount Diablo region. Even though 1500 new homes, duets, and townhouses have emerged, along with the renowned Oakhurst Country Club, Clayton has managed to keep its quaintness and rural, independent character. You will still see horses grazing here and there, and neighbors getting together for local events, such as the annual Fourth of July parade. Clayton is mainly a community where people come home from work to relax, or for people who like to be in touch with nature.


Concord Top

Many of Concord's downtown buildings date back to the late 1800s and early 1900s. While some continue to be private residences, many have been restored as office or commercial buildings. Concord has a rich cultural and architectural heritage which is the legacy of the founding families of this City.

The center of downtown Concord is the green oasis of Todos Santos Plaza. Todos Santos (All Saints) was the original name of the City. In the 1860s, Salvio Pacheco, his son, and his son-in-law had the 20 acres, which is now downtown Concord, surveyed for a new town. Nineteen blocks were plotted around a central plaza which Don Salvio dedicated to the people of his new town for use as a park. Today, Todos Santos Plaza continues to be the site for numerous community festivals and celebrations.

There is no official documentation on the changing of the name of Todos Santos to Concord. In May 1869, the new town residents held a party in a local store to celebrate the founding of Concord.

Concord is among the best cities in the nation to raise children. In a study called the Children's Stress Index by the Zero Population Growth organization, Concord was ranked Number 2 out of California cities, counties and metropolitan areas. Each location was judged on criteria such as kids' health and their access to health care, education, crime rate, economics, and environment.

Concord is a place with a reverence for its past and a clear, confident sense of where it is headed. It is a place for families. Local lifestyle reflects a careful blending of the City's early California heritage with modern development. This approach has resulted in a harmonious community of quiet neighborhoods, an excellent park system, convenient shopping centers, a modern high-rise business center, large preserves of scenic open space, and an exciting downtown business core that radiates from historic Todos Santos Plaza.

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Crockett/Prot Costa Top

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Danville Top

Danville is a very unique town that has been in existence since the gold rush era. Many of the town’s old west characteristics still exist. The narrow roads and old buildings add to small town atmosphere in Danville. Danville has many social traditions that are still practiced to this day. The Fourth of July Parade, Light the Old Oak Tree, art festivals and holiday festivals are events that the entire town looks forward to.

Danville is known for its outstanding quality of life. The area is filled with parks featuring ball fields, tennis courts, picnic facilities, playground equipment and many more outdoor activities. The Iron Horse Trail offers miles of paths for biking and walking. Danville’s weather is one of a kind, producing over 300 days of sunshine a year.

The quaint downtown area offers shopping in some of the most exceptional specialty shops around. The local restaurants draw crowds from all over the bay area. Other crowd drawers are the local Farmers Market, Village Theatre, and the art gallery.

Population approximately: 40,484

The nationally awarded and highly ranked San Ramon Valley Unified School District provides elementary, intermediate and high school education to the community. Achievement test scores consistently rank in the top percentiles among California schools.
San Ramon Valley Unified School District Test Results
San Ramon Valley Unified School District Info

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Diablo Top

Diablo lies in the Mount Diablo foothills to the east of Danville. Formerly a summer and weekend getaway, Diablo features country club living for the luxury minded, executive class who commute to offices in the Surrounding area. Diablo was a sporting farm at the turn of the century, complete with race track and casino. With extensive renovation the Clubhouse became the Diablo Country Club, which offers swimming, tennis and an 18-hole golf course.


Discovery Bay Top

Since the 70’s Discovery Bay has developed into a water-oriented community. A few different developers have attempted to create the community before Ken Hofmann reached success by introducing Discovery Bay. The development is approximately 2000 acres and is home to almost 4000 residences, including waterfront, golf course and off-water estates. Discovery Bay is also home to an 18-hole championship golf course.

Discovery Bay Elementary School District Test Results
Byron Union School District Info

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Dublin Top

Since Dublin’s origination it has been known as the “crossroads” of the Bay Area. Today Interstate 580 and Interstate 680 cross in Dublin, hundreds of years ago Dublin served as the crossroad of two stage roots. The Alamilla Spring provided a place for travelers to water their horses and freshen up before continuing their expedition.

In the past twenty years, the rapidly expanding Tri-Valley area has developed into a place of business development and prosperity. Dublin is home to some of the world’s largest corporations.

Dublin is a friendly community with strong cultural roots. Rapid growth is tempered with the goals of preserving the community appeal and enhancing the quality of life for all residents.

Dublin is always looking for ways to expand and enhance the quality of life.

Alameda County School Test Results
Dublin Unified School Info Click here for more Dublin Area Info


El Sobrante Top

El Sobrante is a scenic valley with great views from the hills and is the site of much recent residential development at affordable prices. Compared to areas in the East County, El Sobrante's a reasonably good commute. It is only 14 miles from the Bay Bridge toll plaza, and San Pablo Dam Road suds directly to and from Central Contra Costa County.


Emeryville Top

The city of Emeryville is located in the center of the San Francisco Bay Area. Nestled on the waterfront at the foot of the San Francisco Bay Bridge. Home to cutting edge companies in today’s hottest fields such as software and biotechnology, Emeryville has also been a central part of Northern California commerce for more than a century. A sense of pride and innovation pervades this lively community of almost 7,000, with its thriving retail, entertainment and business centers. Emeryville’s temperate climate, diverse cultural attractions and world-class bayside setting offer a quality of life that is unsurpassed.


Hayward Top

Hayward is home to over a 120,000 residents. Hayward is in the midst of the Bay Area, 25 miles southeast of San Francisco, 14 miles south of Oakland, 26 miles north of San Jose, and 10 miles west of the Livermore Valley. The city consists of 61 square miles located from the shore of the bay eastward to the southern Oakland-Berkeley Hills. Getting around in Hayward is made easy with four freeways, the transbay Hayward-San Mateo bridge, the BART (rapid transit stations), and three international airports.

Hayward offers many recreational activities. The area has many parks, swim centers, an arts center, tennis courts, a nature center, a greenbelt hiking trail, and is home to Skywest, a professionally rated 18 hole golf course. Hayward’s downtown is equipped for pedestrians and offers free parking. There is a good mix of two story buildings, housing, retail shops, offices, and restaurants to please every taste. The city has plans of growth including a Civic Center Complex, with government offices in City Hall, retail stores, and condominiums. Across from the Civic Center, 83 townhomes, the first phase of 250 new residencies, have been built.

Hayward is very socially oriented. Downtown hosts the Saturday Farmers Market and celebrations throughout the year including the Blues and Brew, Celebration of Nations, and Art and Wine Festivals.

Hayward has a great school system and is home to a California State University, Chabot Community College, technical and business colleges, 23 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, and 4 high schools.

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(History courtesy of The City of Hayward Official Web Site)

Hayward Unified School District Test Results
Hayward Unified School District Info


Hercules Top

Hercules is a well-planned residential town that has undergone rapid development in the last fifteen years. Until the mid seventies, Hercules was a company-owned town with a few hundred workers living in homes owned y the Hercules Power Company. The company subsequently closed the plant and sold the land to developers. Affordable housing tracts cover the hills, giving views of San Pablo Bay and the waterfront area, overlooking the Bay. The city stretches from San Pablo Bay inland to the rolling coastal hills. Hercules’ small town appeal is balanced with the conveniences of local shopping, restaurants and supermarkets. Residents enjoy affordable and attractive housing, low crime rate, peaceful and quiet living environment, and excellent community services for children and families.


Lafayette Top

Lafayette is located amongst the East Bay hills, and is filled with lush tree-lined streets. The residential area surrounds downtown, which is home to smaller homes, apartments and a variety of specialty shops. Lafayette offers a quaint, small town atmosphere, with a variety of recreational activities along with access to urban amenities.

Downtown Lafayette offers a large variety of excellent shops, restaurants, entertainment, and specialty stores. Lafayette has been diligent in maintaining the areas natural surroundings. Exhibited by the beautiful neighborhoods and the abundance of lush trees.

Lafayette Elementary Unified School District Test Results
Lafayette Unified School District Info

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Lafayette Chamber of Commerce


Livermore Top

Livermore is located in the Tri-Valley area East of San Francisco. Livermore offers easy access to Central Valley and San Francisco Bay metropolitan area via interstate 580. Livermore’s unique location provides easy trips to the mountains or the ocean. There are many recreational activities to choose from in Livermore. The Community offers more than 40 facilities operated by the Livermore Area Park and Recreation District, and many sports leagues for adults and youth. Livermore is home to 2 public and 2 private golf courses. Other activities include theatres, amusement centers, and bowling.

Downtown Livermore is filled with historic sites and buildings. Much of the areas history lies in the 18 wineries of the Livermore Valley. The community of winemakers and growers offer the same hospitality that visitors experienced over a century ago. Winemaking is a way of life to these vintners, and the Livermore Valley offers the perfect climate and soil to produce truly remarkable wines.

Livermore offers a unique combination of urban amenities and laid-back lifestyle. The towns quaint antique shops and restaurants are one of the many things that offer a truly relaxing experience.

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(History courtesy of The City of Livermore Official Home Page)

Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District Test Results
Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District Information


Martinez Top

Population: 31,505

The county seat is located along the Carquinez Strait and extending to Pleasant Hill. Martinez can be described as a governmental and institutional community. The dozens of parks, bocce ball at the marina and the Shore Road to Crockett for cyclists are some of the activities people there enjoy. Good restaurants and tight spots add a fun feeling to the town. Martinez is cooled with breezes from the Strait House and prices vary from moderate to high depending on the area and the view. Martinez, with its small town charm, is a desirable place to live.


Moraga Top

Population: 15,852

Moraga is an upscale community located south of Orinda and Lafayette, offering a blend of fine residential areas and pastures where cattle and horses graze. Boutiques, shops, a market, and dining can be found in a small shopping center. Homes tend to be newer and are on larger pieces of property, many with stables for horses. There are condominiums and single-family homes in the expensive price range. Moraga is a pretty town with a country flavor, winding scenic trails, and home to St. Mary’s College.


Oakland Top

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Oakley Top

Population: 18,374

Another one of the fastest growing East Bay communities. Oakley offers many new homes at very reasonable prices. Primarily agricultural in setting, Oakley’s downtown are is a sleepy village that serves nearby farms.

The city situated in East Contra Costa County, part of the nine-county San Francisco Bay Area. A bedroom community of more than 21,000, Oakley’s roots belong to the agricultural industry, to which it owes its small town appeal. Charming vineyards, country lanes and rolling orchards make up the diverse terrain. Proud of its agricultural past, the City celebrates the annual Oakley Almond Festival, which draws thousands of visitors from throughout the Bay Area.


Orinda Top

Orinda is located just east of Oakland and 30 minutes outside of downtown San Francisco. Orinda is in southwest Contra Costa County, California. It was incorporated as a City in 1985, after more than 100 years of consistently growing development. Orinda is one of the most beautiful cities in Contra Costa County, and is the proud host of the California Shakespeare Festival.

The City of Orinda is a family community that offers its 17,000 residents a quiet setting in contrast to the more urban surrounding areas.

The wooded hillsides of the 12.8 square-mile City contribute to Orinda's picturesque beauty. Natural beauty, excellent schools, safety, history, culture, serenity and its proximity to major San Francisco Bay locations and activities make Orinda a delightful place in to live, visit, and shop.

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Piedmont Top

Completely surrounded by the city of Oakland, Piedmont is a primarily residential town with approximately 3,800 homes in its 1.8 square mile area. It boasts large estates, pristine landscaping, and an excellent school district. Incorporated in 1907, Piedmont is home to approximately 10,600 residents.


Pinole Top

Pinole is a quiet, middle-class bedroom town tucked on the shores of San Pablo Bay in the San Francisco Bay area. Pinole’s nearly 18,000 residents enjoy several parks located throughout the five-square-mile city. Interstate-80, which traverses the city, provides easy access to the San Francisco/Oakland metropolitan area, Sacramento and points East.


Pittsburg Top

Population: 47,564

This is the first city over the opening of hills and mountains that divides Central and East County. It has doubled it’s population in the last 20 years and is still growing. Lots of parks and recreation for children and has one of the largest marinas in Northern California. BART is in the process of extending a train to East County, which will help the commute. The downtown area is being renovated with strong city support a river view to many hill homes, Pittsburg is close to Central Contra Costs and is very affordable.


Pleasant Hill Top

Pleasant Hill has boomed since its incorporation in 1961, growing from a sleepy agricultural area into a full-size, bedroom community. A pretty town, Pleasant Hill is best known for its excellent park district, featuring soccer, tennis, softball, swimming and much more. Located at the geographic center of Contra Costa County, the city's streets are tree-lined, and residential subdivisions provide numerous housing options. Pleasant Hill's public schools are part of the highly rated Mount Diablo Unified School District.

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Pleasanton Top

Pleasanton is located on the eastern side of the San Francisco Bay Area. Pleasanton’s agriculture practices date back to the areas origination. It was the agriculture center for the Amador Valley and home to the oldest horseracing track in the nation. Pleasanton’s excellent quality of soil is the reason their horse track is famous and why beer makers around the world desire their hops.

Located at the intersection of I-580/I-680, Pleasanton is easily accessible, which has brought tremendous growth to the area. Since the 70’s Pleasanton has grown rapidly. Pleasanton is home to Hacienda, northern California’s largest business park. Surviving the tremendous growth, the historic downtown is still quaint, in fact, many movies are filmed in downtown Pleasanton because of its rural atmosphere. There are many unique restaurants and shops to fill all your needs.

Pleasanton has many recreational activities to offer. They now have the largest active sports park in northern California, a public swimming complex with three pools, a regional park with facilities for boating, fishing, swimming, well equipped basketball facilities, vast open space parks connected throughout with miles of horseback riding trails, and even a skate park.

The highly ranked Pleasanton Unified School District provides elementary, intermediate and high school education to the community. Achievement test scores consistently rank in the top percentiles among California schools.
Pleasanton Unified School District Test Results
Pleasanton Unified School District Info

As Pleasanton moves into the 21st century, it remains a welcoming family town and continues to emerge as a major job center with many corporate businesses moving their headquarters here, Over 3,000 businesses and industries employing over 32,000 people are presently located in Pleasanton. Its resident population now exceeds 63,000 and is still growing.

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Richmond Top

Richmond is the County’s second largest city and, in the past few years new and upscale developments have sprung up, many in rural areas offering a county flavor. Due to its pleasant climate and close proximity to both Highway 24 and Interstate 80 leading into metropolitan San Francisco, Richmond and its surrounding suburban areas are fast becoming an appealing, affordable alternative to commuters and new home buyers. Richmond, located on the peninsula separating San Francisco and San Pablo Bays, features 32 miles of shoreline to enjoy. This city of 87,000 is situated just 16 miles northeast of San Francisco making transportation to surrounding metropolitan areas easy as well. Its active recreation and parks department maintains a number of community centers, a marina and plenty of other arts, youth and senior activity programs.


Rodeo Top

Rodeo is an unincorporated area with an approximate population of 6,200. Recreation faculties include Garretson Field with the Rodeo Recreation center. There is a Public Marina that provides fishing and boating facilities. Rodeo is north of Hercules and is conveniently located close to Interstate 80. There is little area left to be developed with the exception of approxlmately 9 acres on the waterfront that is being considered for condominiums and townhouses with 10 acres in that same area possibly being donated to the East Bay Regional Parks District. It Is part of the John Swett School District.


San Ramon Top

San Ramon occupies 11 square miles in the Contra Costa County, about 25 miles east of the City of Oakland in the San Francisco Bay Area. San Ramon is home to over 40,000 residents. The area is known for its beauty, charm, excellent weather, and easy access to Bay Areas employment parks. The San Ramon area is an expanding city and employment opportunities are growing with the expansion. Studies show in the next 15 years jobs will increase by over 50%. San Ramon is home to the Bishop Ranch Office Park. The park consists of 5.9 million square feet of office space and is home to approximately 200 companies.

The nationally awarded and highly ranked San Ramon Valley Unified School District provides elementary, intermediate and high school education to the community. Achievement test scores consistently rank in the top percentiles among California schools.
San Ramon Valley Unified School District Test Results
San Ramon Valley Unified School District Info

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Walnut Creek Top

Walnut Creek encompasses 500 acres of the Contra Costa County. Walnut Creek was the eighth city in Contra Costa County. Centrally located in the county, Walnut Creek acts as the central hub of activity and traffic. Highways 680 and 24, and the Bay Area Rapid Transit stations service the city and make it one of Contra Costa Counties most urbanized cities.

Walnut Creek manages to preserve the old town feel even after its urbanization. Walnut Creek’s downtown area is filled with shops, markets, and restaurants of excellent quality. The town features many of the amenities of San Francisco, but without the feel of the large city.

The residential surroundings reflect the old town rural atmosphere. The area features many parks, public facilities and public transportation. Mount Diablo is located to the Southeast and provides the area with spectacular views.

The area offers 4 different school districts:

The Walnut Creek Elementary School District- District Information

The Acalanes Union High School District- District Information

The San Ramon Valley Unified School District- District Information

The Mt. Diablo Unified School District- District Information

District Test Scores

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