Hayward High School
High school in Hayward, CA · Hayward Unified · Grades 9-12
On the spring 2026 state tests, 51% of Hayward High School students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 21% met the math standard. In reading, that is 17 points above the Hayward Unified average (34%) and 2 points above the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 38% of Bay Area high schools, and it ranks 3rd of 4 public high schools in Hayward. Reading results in 2026 were 6 points higher than in 2024, and math results were 5 points higher than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 45% | 52% | 51% | +6 pts |
| Math | 16% | 21% | 21% | +5 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Hayward High School | 51% | 21% |
| Hayward Unified | 34% | 22% |
| Alameda County | 56% | 49% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Where graduates go
Share of the class of 2022-23 enrolled in college within 16 months of graduating.
For fall 2025, UC admitted 43 of 55 freshman applicants from Hayward High School (78%), and 19 enrolled.
Homes near Hayward High School
The typical home value in ZIP code 94541, where Hayward High School is located, is $760K, down 1.4% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
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Nearby high schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.1 mi | Tennyson HighHayward · Grades 9-12 | 25% | 11% | $804K |
| 2.3 mi | Castro Valley HighCastro Valley · Grades 9-12 | 60% | 43% | $1.01M |
| 3.0 mi | San Lorenzo HighSan Lorenzo · Grades 9-12 | 23% | 5% | $798K |
| 3.5 mi | Mt. Eden HighHayward · Grades 9-12 | 55% | 23% | $875K |
| 3.5 mi | Leadership Public Schools - Hayward CharterHayward · Grades 9-12 | 61% | 19% | $875K |
| 3.8 mi | Arroyo HighSan Lorenzo · Grades 9-12 | 47% | 27% | $798K |
School details
- Address
- 1633 East Avenue, Hayward, CA 94541
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (510) 723-3170
- District
- Hayward Unified
- County
- Alameda County
- Grades
- 9-12
- Students
- 1,544 (2025-26)
- Type
- High school · Traditional
- State school code
- 01611920133629
Common questions
How did Hayward High School do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 51% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 21% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Hayward High School?
1,544 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 9-12.
How many Hayward High School students get into UC?
For fall 2025, 43 of 55 UC freshman applicants from Hayward High School were admitted. Of the class of 2022-23, 9% enrolled at a UC campus within 16 months.
How much do homes cost near Hayward High School?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94541, where Hayward High School is located, is $760K, down 1.4% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Hayward High School guarantee a spot?
No. Public schools assign students by attendance zone, which Hayward Unified sets and can change. Confirm the zone for a specific address with the district before you buy or rent.