For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,257 students in 94579, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 216 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 94579, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 94579, CA are Washington Manor Middle School, Dayton Elementary School and Corvallis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94579 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94579, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94579, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington Manor Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1170 Fargo Ave.
San Leandro, CA 94579
(510) 317-5500
San Leandro, CA 94579
(510) 317-5500
Grades: 6-8
| 552 students
Rank: #22.
Dayton Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Dayton Ave.
San Leandro, CA 94579
(510) 317-3600
San Leandro, CA 94579
(510) 317-3600
Grades: K-5
| 344 students
Rank: #33.
Corvallis Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
14790 Corvallis St.
San Leandro, CA 94579
(510) 317-4900
San Leandro, CA 94579
(510) 317-4900
Grades: K-5
| 361 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 94579, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 94579, CA include Washington Manor Middle School, Dayton Elementary School and Corvallis Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 94579?
3 public schools are located in 94579.
What percentage of students in 94579 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 94579 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94579?
94579 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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