Serving 581 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Southgate Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southgate Elementary serves the southwest part of Hayward, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 1.1 miles from the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southgate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Southgate Elementary School's student population of 581 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
581 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southgate Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southgate Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#2819 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Asian
37%
12%
Hispanic
41%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
5%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southgate Elementary School's ranking?
Southgate Elementary School is ranked #2819 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Southgate Elementary School often compared to?
Southgate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stonebrae Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Southgate Elementary School?
581 students attend Southgate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Southgate Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southgate Elementary School?
Southgate Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Southgate Elementary School offer ?
Southgate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Southgate Elementary School part of?
Southgate Elementary School is part of Hayward Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Southgate Elementary School located?
Southgate Elementary School is located in the Southgate neighborhood of Hayward, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Southgate.
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