WALNUT CREEK SCHOOL DISTRICT

What WALNUT CREEK SCHOOL DISTRICT does

Walnut Creek School District is a public TK-8 school district operating under California Education Code and serving approximately 5,000 students across seven schools in the Walnut Creek, Alamo, and LaMorinda area of Contra Costa County. The district's portfolio includes five TK-5 elementary schools (Buena Vista, Indian Valley, Murwood, Parkmead, Walnut Heights), one K-8 Project-Based Learning school (Tice Creek) admitting students via lottery, and one intermediate school serving grades 6-8 (Walnut Creek Intermediate). Founded in 1958, the district delivers standard public education alongside enrichment programs in art, music, science labs, and electives, as well as student support services including Special Education, English Learner programs, McKinney-Vento/Foster Youth services, and a tiered Wellness Program with site-based Wellness Centers.

The district's technology stack is built around district-managed student devices — iPads for TK-1st grade and Chromebooks for grades 2-8 — integrated through Clever single sign-on and supported by Linewize/Classwize digital safety and classroom management, with Qustodio for parental monitoring. Aeries serves as the Student Information System and integrates with ParentSquare for family communications. Instructional delivery uses SeeSaw (TK-2) and Google Classroom (3-8), with curriculum including Bridges Mathematics (TK-5), Amplify Desmos Math (6-8), STEMscopes (K-2), and Amplify Science (3-8). No proprietary software is developed; the district is a consumer/integrator of established K-12 ed-tech platforms.

The district's revenue model is public-sector tax-based funding — no tuition is charged to resident students, and all students receive free breakfast and lunch. Funding sources include California state education funding (LCFF), local parcel taxes (Measures J and L), and federal categorical programs. The Walnut Creek Education Foundation (WCEF), a separate 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1983, supplements state funding with private donations and has directed over $17.5 million toward enrichment programs across its history, raising $1.6 million for the 2025-26 school year. Optional fee-based revenue streams include before/after-school care, facility rentals through Facilitron, and specialized programs. The district is governed by an elected five-member Board of Education and is undergoing an executive leadership transition in 2026, with Jon Campopiano appointed as Superintendent effective July 1, 2026, succeeding retiring Superintendent Marie Morgan.

Name

WALNUT CREEK SCHOOL DISTRICT

Legal name

Walnut Creek School District

Website

https://walnutcreeksd.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1958

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Walnut Creek School District is a public TK-8 school district in Contra Costa County, California, serving 5,000+ students across seven schools with state funding, parcel taxes, and supplemental WCEF fundraising.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public K-8 Education (Primary and Secondary Education)

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Educational Support Services (611710), Educational Support Services (6117)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Elementary Schools (EDAJAAAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Student Support & Related Services (Counseling, SEL, Health, Safety) (EDAJAAAK), School Counseling & Guidance Services (Academic/Social-Emotional) (EDAJALAF), Public Special Education Schools & Programs (EDAJAAAH)

Keywords

• Public K-8 education
• Public school district
• Special education services
• Child nutrition services
• Extended learning programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Silver Creek

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Public Education Funding: As a public TK-8 school district, WCSD is funded primarily through California state education funding, local property taxes (parcel taxes like Measure L), and federal categorical programs. No tuition is charged for resident students.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Walnut Creek School District is a public TK-8 school district that provides free, residence-based education to approximately 5,000 students across seven schools (five elementary, one K-8 Project-Based Learning at Tice Creek, and one intermediate). Its core offering includes core academic instruction in English Language Arts, mathematics, science (NGSS-aligned), history/social studies, health, and physical education, augmented by enrichment programs in art, music, and science labs funded through the Walnut Creek Education Foundation; child nutrition services providing free breakfast and lunch; and a district-wide 1:1 student technology program (iPads for TK-1, Chromebooks for grades 2-8).

Product overview

Walnut Creek School District is a public TK-8 school district serving approximately 5,000 students across seven schools in Walnut Creek, California. The district operates alongside the Walnut Creek Education Foundation (WCEF), which provides supplemental funding for enrichment programs including art, music, and science labs. The district's product portfolio includes traditional educational services (TK-8 schools), extended learning programs (ELO-P, before/after school care), student support services (Wellness Program, Special Education, English Learner Program, Foster/Homeless Youth Services), and technology-enabled learning through district-managed devices (iPads for TK-1st, Chromebooks for 2nd-8th grade) with integrated platforms including Aeries SIS, ParentSquare communications, Clever single sign-on, and digital curricula such as SeeSaw and Google Classroom. The district also operates Independent Study programs and partners with Facilitron for facility rentals.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Walnut Creek Education Foundation (WCEF): A separate nonprofit foundation that supports all students in Walnut Creek School District through fundraising for art, music, science lab, electives, wellness, and other educational programs. Since 1983, WCEF has directed over $17.5 million towards programs and initiatives serving over 5,000 students.

Products and services

• Walnut Creek School District TK-8 Schools The district operates seven TK-8 schools serving over 5,000 students: Buena Vista Elementary, Indian Valley Elementary, Murwood Elementary, Parkmead Elementary, Walnut Heights Elementary, Tice Creek School (K-8 Project-Based Learning lottery), and Walnut Creek Intermediate (grades 6-8). Delivers core academics, enrichment, wellness, social-emotional learning, and equity-aligned instruction to resident students free of charge.
• Extended Learning Opportunity Program (ELO-P) Before-school, after-school, or non-school day learning program for grades TK-6 focusing on developing academic, social, emotional, and physical needs through hands-on, engaging learning experiences. Qualifying students receive free enrollment.
• WCSD Wellness Program Comprehensive multi-tiered student wellness program including Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) standards, Wellness Centers at each school site, and integration with the Multi-tiered System of Supports (MTSS), focused on emotional wellness during unstructured times.
• Student Technology Program (1:1 Devices) District-managed device program providing every WCSD student with a learning device: TK-1st grade receives iPads, 2nd-8th grade receives Chromebooks. Devices are managed through district device management and paired with Linewize/Qustodio for digital safety. Network access is available Mon-Fri 6:30am-9:30pm, Sat 9am-12pm, Sun 8am-9:30pm.
• Instructional Technology Platforms (SeeSaw, Google Classroom, Clever SSO) Digital learning platforms and unified access layer: SeeSaw for TK-2nd grade, Google Classroom for 3rd-8th grade, and Clever single sign-on so students and staff can reach learning applications without separate credentials.
• Special Education Services Special education services delivered in coordination with the Contra Costa SELPA, including procedural safeguards compliance and program specialist support for students with disabilities.
• English Learner Program English learner support services including ELPAC testing administration, instructional support, and resources for students learning English as a second language.
• McKinney-Vento / Foster and Homeless Youth Services Support services for students experiencing homelessness or in foster care, including school stability rights, immediate enrollment, partial credit recognition, and protections from punishment for court-related absences.
• Independent Study Program Short-term independent study option (15 or fewer cumulative school days per year) for students whose personal circumstances make classroom attendance difficult, requiring advance request: 5 school days for 1-10 day absences, 10 school days for 11-15 day absences.
• Child Nutrition Services (Free Meals Program) District food services providing one free breakfast and one free lunch per school day to all students, with optional Ala Carte and second meal purchases using Titan account funds. Earned Eat Real Gold Tier Certification for serving nutritious, locally sourced meals.
• School Facility Rentals via Facilitron Reservation platform enabling community members to rent district facilities, including fields, gyms, theaters, and classrooms, processed through the Facilitron platform for community use.

Named customers7 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration11 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Leadership AssociatescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 May 2026Conducted superintendent search process in partnership with WCSD Board of Education. Facilitated 19 community input sessions and collected 300 unduplicated survey responses from the WCSD community to shape the selection of Jon Campopiano as new superintendent.
• Walnut Creek Education Foundation (WCEF)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNon-profit education foundation supporting all students in WCSD since 1983. Has directed over $17.5 million toward programs including weekly art, music, science lab classes in elementary schools, 9 additional electives and credentialed librarian in middle school, and college/career readiness programs.
• San Ramon Valley Unified School DistrictminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSource district of incoming superintendent Jon Campopiano, who currently serves as Executive Director, Secondary Education. District of Stone Valley Middle School where Mr. Campopiano previously served as Principal.
• ParentSquarecoreTechnology or IntegrationCommunications platform partner working in conjunction with Aeries student information system. Provides direct access to families through email, text, and app notifications with automatic account creation and translation capabilities.
• Aeries (Aeries Software)coreTechnology or IntegrationStudent information system used for enrollment, gradebook, and parent/student portal. WCSD uses Aeries for managing student records, attendance, and communications.
• ClevercoreTechnology or IntegrationSingle sign-on portal enabling students and staff to access multiple learning applications in one place without managing separate usernames and passwords.
• LinewizecoreTechnology or IntegrationDigital safety solution providing cloud and on-premise filtering, student monitoring, and support resources. Includes Classwize for classroom management and Qustodio for parental monitoring.
• EdJoincoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEmployment platform used for all current job postings. All new applicants are required to apply through EdJoin. District posts classified, certificated, and management positions.
• County Connection (Contra Costa Transit Authority)minorOthersParticipating bus service in Youth Ride Free program offering fare-free rides for youth 18 and under during summer 2026, supported by Contra Costa Transportation Authority and state LCTOP funds.
• F&M Bank (F&M Bank)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Sponsor for WCEF 2025-26 fundraising year, supporting education foundation's programs for WCSD students.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Regional players

• Pleasanton Unified School District: K-12 unified district in the Tri-Valley area of the East Bay with comparable demographics, high academic performance, and similar reliance on parcel taxes and education foundations for enrichment. Comparable on community-funded enrichment model.
• San Ramon Valley Unified School District: Larger K-12 unified district (~30,000 students) in Contra Costa County and the source district for incoming Superintendent Jon Campopiano. Comparable on regional operating conditions, teacher labor market, and educational technology adoption patterns.
• Dublin Unified School District: East Bay K-12 unified district with rapid enrollment growth profile and similar technology-forward instructional model. Comparable in operating geography, growth dynamics, and tech-stack choices (Google Classroom, Aeries).
• Mount Diablo Unified School District: Large K-12 unified district (~30,000+ students) headquartered in Concord adjacent to Walnut Creek. Comparable in regional labor market and California funding environment, with broader grade range and a more diverse demographic profile.
• San Marino Unified School District: High-performing K-12 district in Southern California frequently cited alongside top California districts for academic outcomes and parent-driven fundraising for enrichment. Comparable in small-district scale, foundation-led enrichment model, and high per-pupil funding.

Direct peers

• Lafayette School District: Adjacent Lamorinda TK-8 public school district serving Lafayette, California with a comparable ~3,500-4,500 student enrollment, similar property-tax-funded model, and parallel community foundation structure. Most directly comparable peer due to shared Lamorinda geography and demographics.
• Moraga School District: TK-8 public school district serving Moraga, California. Comparable in size, demographics, and the three-district Lamorinda feeder pattern that funnels students to Acalanes Union High School District. Operates under the same California Education Code framework as WCSD.
• Orinda Union School District: TK-8 public school district serving Orinda in the Lamorinda area with similar enrollment scale (~2,500-3,000 students), high-performing academic profile, and comparable reliance on local parcel taxes. Operates as the direct neighbor in the same regional K-8 market.

Broad incumbents

• Palo Alto Unified School District: High-performing Bay Area K-12 district often used as a benchmark for California public education outcomes. Comparable in academic profile, parent engagement intensity, and education foundation funding scale, though at a different geographic and demographic tier.
• Acalanes Union High School District: Public high school district that receives all WCSD graduates at grade 9. Operates the four Lamorinda/Lafayette/Walnut Creek area high schools and is structurally linked to WCSD's outcomes and reputation.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/WalnutCreekSD

Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

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