West Contra Costa Unified

District Overview
Headquartered at 1108 Bissell Ave. in Richmond, California, West Contra Costa Unified School District is an open, traditional public school district serving a large suburban community within the greater San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont metropolitan area. The district oversees 54 operational schools and delivers a comprehensive educational continuum spanning from kindergarten through 12th grade, alongside specialized adult education offerings. Educating a student body of over 25,200 learners, the district reflects a rich cultural diversity: its enrollment includes approximately 13,886 Hispanic students, 3,957 Asian students, 2,794 Black students, 2,601 White students, and 1,762 students of two or more races, creating a dynamic learning environment tailored to the varied needs of its families.

To support its expansive student population, West Contra Costa Unified maintains a robust operational foundation powered by more than 5,020 full-time equivalent staff members. This dedicated workforce includes approximately 2,294 full-time teaching professionals, nearly 580 instructional aides, and over 2,140 support personnel who collectively manage classroom instruction, student services, and facility operations. For researchers evaluating educational infrastructure and prospective families exploring regional school options, the district offers a well-staffed, community-centered public education system, with further resources and contact information accessible via their administrative office or online portal at wccusd.net.
54
Total Schools
25,244
Total Students
2,293.9
Full-Time Teachers
11.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for West Contra Costa Unified
Demographic Student Count
White2,601
Hispanic13,886
Black2,794
Asian3,957
Two or More1,762
American Indian56
Pacific Islander143
  • Hispanic
    13,886 (55.1%)
  • Asian
    3,957 (15.7%)
  • Black
    2,794 (11.1%)
  • White
    2,601 (10.3%)
  • Two or More
    1,762 (7.0%)
  • Pacific Islander
    143 (0.6%)
  • American Indian
    56 (0.2%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in West Contra Costa Unified
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary38
Middle6
High8
Other2
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:54
Students:25,244*
Teachers (FTE):2,293.9*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:11.0
Schools in West Contra Costa Unified
Found 54 Schools