For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 250 students in 94541, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 94541, CA are Royal Sunset (Continuation School) and Brenkwitz High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 94541 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 94541, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 94541 have a Graduation Rate of 65%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Royal Sunset (Continuation School), with 70-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94541, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Royal Sunset (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
20450 Royal Ave.
Hayward, CA 94541
(510) 317-4400
Hayward, CA 94541
(510) 317-4400
Gr: 7-12 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Brenkwitz High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
22100 Princeton St.
Hayward, CA 94541
(510) 723-3160
Hayward, CA 94541
(510) 723-3160
Gr: 9-12 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
94541, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1570 Ward St.
Hayward, CA 94541
(510) 293-8574
Hayward, CA 94541
(510) 293-8574
Gr: K-6 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 94541, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 94541, CA include Royal Sunset (Continuation School) and Brenkwitz High School.
How many public high schools are located in 94541?
2 public high schools are located in 94541.
What is the racial composition of students in 94541?
94541 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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