Hayward High School is a public high school in Hayward, California, United States, serving students living in northern Hayward and portions of Castro Valley, Cherryland and Fairview. It is one of four high schools in the city and is one of the oldest high schools in Northern California.
Serving 1,667 students in grades 9-12, Hayward High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,667 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hayward High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Hayward High School's student population of 1,667 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,667 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hayward High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hayward High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4563 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
68%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Farmer
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hayward High School's ranking?
Hayward High School is ranked #4563 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hayward High School often compared to?
Hayward High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Logan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hayward High School?
The graduation rate of Hayward High School is 86%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hayward High School?
1,667 students attend Hayward High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Hayward High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hayward High School?
Hayward High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hayward High School offer ?
Hayward High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hayward High School part of?
Hayward High School is part of Hayward Unified School District.
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