For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 617 students in 94542, CA (there are , serving 33 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 94542, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 94542, CA is Hayward Twin Oaks Montessori. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 94542 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94542, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94542, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hayward Twin Oaks Montessori
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
951 Palisade St.
Hayward, CA 94542
(510) 370-3334
Hayward, CA 94542
(510) 370-3334
Gr: 1-12 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 94542, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 94542, CA include Hayward Twin Oaks Montessori.
How many public schools are located in 94542?
1 public schools are located in 94542.
What percentage of students in 94542 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 94542 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94542?
94542 public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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