Tennyson High School
High school in Hayward, CA · Hayward Unified · Grades 9-12
On the spring 2026 state tests, 25% of Tennyson High School students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 11% met the math standard. In reading, that is 9 points below the Hayward Unified average (34%) and 24 points below the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 7% of Bay Area high schools, and it ranks 4th of 4 public high schools in Hayward. Reading results in 2026 were about the same as in 2024, and math results were 4 points higher than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 25% | 22% | 25% | 0 pts |
| Math | 7% | 7% | 11% | +4 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Tennyson High School | 25% | 11% |
| 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 25 of 30 freshman applicants from Tennyson High School (83%), and 11 enrolled.
Homes near Tennyson High School
The typical home value in ZIP code 94544, where Tennyson High School is located, is $804K, down 3.2% 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.7 mi | Leadership Public Schools - Hayward CharterHayward · Grades 9-12 | 61% | 19% | $875K |
| 1.8 mi | Mt. Eden HighHayward · Grades 9-12 | 55% | 23% | $875K |
| 2.1 mi | Hayward HighHayward · Grades 9-12 | 51% | 21% | $760K |
| 4.1 mi | James Logan HighUnion City · Grades 9-12 | 58% | 41% | $1.20M |
| 4.3 mi | San Lorenzo HighSan Lorenzo · Grades 9-12 | 23% | 5% | $798K |
| 4.4 mi | Castro Valley HighCastro Valley · Grades 9-12 | 60% | 43% | $1.01M |
School details
- Address
- 27035 Whitman Road, Hayward, CA 94544
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (510) 723-3190
- District
- Hayward Unified
- County
- Alameda County
- Grades
- 9-12
- Students
- 1,367 (2025-26)
- Type
- High school · Traditional
- State school code
- 01611920138339
Common questions
How did Tennyson High School do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 25% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 11% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Tennyson High School?
1,367 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 9-12.
How many Tennyson High School students get into UC?
For fall 2025, 25 of 30 UC freshman applicants from Tennyson High School were admitted. Of the class of 2022-23, 6% enrolled at a UC campus within 16 months.
How much do homes cost near Tennyson High School?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94544, where Tennyson High School is located, is $804K, down 3.2% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Tennyson 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.