Best 94541 California Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 218 students in 94541, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 94541, CA are Royal Sunset (Continuation School) and Faith Ringgold School Of Arts And Science. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 94541 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 94541, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Best 94541, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Royal Sunset (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
20450 Royal Ave.
Hayward, CA 94541
(510) 317-4400
Gr: 7-12 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Faith Ringgold School Of Arts And Science
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1570 Ward St.
Hayward, CA 94541
(510) 889-7399
Gr: K-8 | 111 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 96%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 94541, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 94541, CA include Royal Sunset (Continuation School) and Faith Ringgold School Of Arts And Science.
How many public middle schools are located in 94541?
2 public middle schools are located in 94541.
What is the racial composition of students in 94541?
94541 public middle schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

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