For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,056 students in 94545, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 94545, CA are Southgate Elementary School and Palma Ceia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 94545 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 94545, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94545, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southgate Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
26601 Calaroga Ave.
Hayward, CA 94545
(510) 723-3905
Hayward, CA 94545
(510) 723-3905
Gr: K-6 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Palma Ceia Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
27679 Melbourne Ave.
Hayward, CA 94545
(510) 723-3870
Hayward, CA 94545
(510) 723-3870
Gr: K-6 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
94545, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2560 Darwin St.
Hayward, CA 94545
(510) 300-1560
Hayward, CA 94545
(510) 300-1560
Gr: 7-12 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 94545, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 94545, CA include Southgate Elementary School and Palma Ceia Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 94545?
2 public elementary schools are located in 94545.
What is the racial composition of students in 94545?
94545 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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