Mt. Eden High School
High school in Hayward, CA · Hayward Unified · Grades 9-12
On the spring 2026 state tests, 55% of Mt. Eden High School students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 23% met the math standard. In reading, that is 21 points above the Hayward Unified average (34%) and 5 points above the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 42% of Bay Area high schools, and it ranks 2nd of 4 public high schools in Hayward. Reading results in 2026 were 5 points higher than in 2024, and math results were about the same as in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 49% | 62% | 55% | +5 pts |
| Math | 22% | 20% | 23% | +1 pt |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Mt. Eden High School | 55% | 23% |
| 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 82 of 97 freshman applicants from Mt. Eden High School (85%), and 28 enrolled.
Homes near Mt. Eden High School
The typical home value in ZIP code 94545, where Mt. Eden High School is located, is $875K, down 2.9% 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.2 mi | Leadership Public Schools - Hayward CharterHayward · Grades 9-12 | 61% | 19% | $875K |
| 1.8 mi | Tennyson HighHayward · Grades 9-12 | 25% | 11% | $804K |
| 3.5 mi | Hayward HighHayward · Grades 9-12 | 51% | 21% | $760K |
| 4.2 mi | James Logan HighUnion City · Grades 9-12 | 58% | 41% | $1.20M |
| 4.6 mi | San Lorenzo HighSan Lorenzo · Grades 9-12 | 23% | 5% | $798K |
| 4.6 mi | Arroyo HighSan Lorenzo · Grades 9-12 | 47% | 27% | $798K |
School details
- Address
- 2300 Panama Street, Hayward, CA 94545
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (510) 723-3180
- District
- Hayward Unified
- County
- Alameda County
- Grades
- 9-12
- Students
- 1,868 (2025-26)
- Type
- High school · Traditional
- State school code
- 01611920135319
Common questions
How did Mt. Eden High School do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 55% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 23% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Mt. Eden High School?
1,868 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 9-12.
How many Mt. Eden High School students get into UC?
For fall 2025, 82 of 97 UC freshman applicants from Mt. Eden High School were admitted. Of the class of 2022-23, 8% enrolled at a UC campus within 16 months.
How much do homes cost near Mt. Eden High School?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94545, where Mt. Eden High School is located, is $875K, down 2.9% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Mt. Eden 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.