What types of schools are available in Hayward, California?

Hayward, California offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Hayward, California

Q: How many schools are in Hayward, California?

There are 41 schools in Hayward, California, serving 21,912 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Hayward?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Hayward, California, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 41 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

21,912

Total Students

Across Hayward

21.2:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

41 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)0 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)6 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)14 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,580 students at Hayward High.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 18:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Opportunity Academy

charter schoolhighGrade 10-12

313 West Winton Ave., Hayward, CA 94544

26825 Eldridge Ave., Hayward, CA 94544

Leadership Public Schools - Hayward

charter schoolhighGrade 9-12

28000 Calaroga Ave., Hayward, CA 94545

Knowledge Enlightens You (Key) Academy

charter schoolmiddleK-8

585 Willow Ave., Hayward, CA 94541

Hayward Twin Oaks Montessori

charter schoolhighGrade 1-12

951 Palisade St., Hayward, CA 94542

Hayward Collegiate Charter

charter schoolmiddleK-6

166 West Harder Rd., Hayward, CA 94544

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

1047 E St., Hayward, CA 94540

353 B St., Hayward, CA 94541

Martin Luther King Jr. Middle

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

26890 Holly Hill Ave., Hayward, CA 94545

East Avenue Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

2424 East Ave., Hayward, CA 94541

Eden Gardens Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

2184 Thayer Ave., Hayward, CA 94545

Impact Academy Of Arts & Technology

charter schoolhighGrade 6-12

2560 Darwin St., Hayward, CA 94545

23515 Maud Ave., Hayward, CA 94541

Cherryland Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

456 Laurel Ave., Hayward, CA 94541

1633 East Ave., Hayward, CA 94541

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

27845 Whitman Rd., Hayward, CA 94544

850 Longwood Ave., Hayward, CA 94541

585 Willow Ave., Hayward, CA 94541

Glassbrook Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

975 Schafer Rd., Hayward, CA 94544

Lorin A. Eden Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

27790 Portsmouth Ave., Hayward, CA 94545

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Hayward

Hayward, California is home to 41 schools serving over 21,912 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Hayward, California?

There are 41 schools in Hayward, serving 21,912 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Hayward?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Hayward include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Hayward?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Hayward is 21.2:1.

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