For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,454 students in 94540, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 94540, CA are Stonebrae Elementary School, Lorin A. Eden Elementary School and Schafer Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 94540 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 94540, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94540, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stonebrae Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
28761 Hayward Blvd.
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3910
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3910
Gr: K-6 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Lorin A. Eden Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
27790 Portsmouth Ave.
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3855
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3855
Gr: K-6 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Schafer Park Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
26268 Flamingo Ave.
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3895
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3895
Gr: K-6 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Eden Gardens Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2184 Thayer Ave.
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3820
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3820
Gr: K-6 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Fairview Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
23515 Maud Ave.
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3830
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3830
Gr: K-6 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Ruus Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
28027 Dickens Ave.
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3885
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3885
Gr: K-6 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Tyrrell Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
27000 Tyrrell Ave.
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3935
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3935
Gr: K-6 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Park Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
411 Larchmont St.
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3875
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3875
Gr: K-6 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
Strobridge Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 24% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
21400 Bedford Dr.
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3915
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3915
Gr: K-6 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
94540, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
520 Jefferson St.
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3800
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3800
Gr: K-6 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Highland (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2021 Highland Blvd.
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3845
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3845
Gr: K-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Po Box 5000
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 293-8573
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 293-8573
Gr: K-6 | 374 students Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 94540, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 94540, CA include Stonebrae Elementary School, Lorin A. Eden Elementary School and Schafer Park Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 94540?
9 public elementary schools are located in 94540.
What is the racial composition of students in 94540?
94540 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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