Very Good
#2916 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 31% in state
Anthony W. Ochoa Middle
Middle School · Hayward Unified
2121 Depot Rd., Hayward, CA 94545
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,916 of 9,539
In Hayward
#2 of 36
public schools
In district
#2 of 28
Hayward Unified
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Anthony W. Ochoa Middle
Anthony W. Ochoa Middle is a public middle school in Hayward, CA, part of Hayward Unified. Anthony W.
Ochoa Middle serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Anthony W. Ochoa Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,916 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Anthony W. Ochoa Middle show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Anthony W. Ochoa Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Anthony W. Ochoa Middle — Students at Anthony W. Ochoa Middle score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Anthony W. Ochoa Middle Compares
See how Anthony W. Ochoa Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2121 Depot Rd., Hayward, CA 94545
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Anthony W. Ochoa Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Southgate Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Schafer Park Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CALIFORNIA CROSSPOINT ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hayward, see our Hayward schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Eden Gardens Elementary Hayward | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| CALIFORNIA CROSSPOINT ACADEMY Hayward | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| California Crosspoint Academy Hayward | 0.4 mi | — |
| Montessori Children's House of Hayward Hayward | 0.4 mi | — |
| Impact Academy of Arts & Technology Oakland | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Southgate Elementary Hayward | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Longwood Elementary Hayward | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Lorin A. Eden Elementary Hayward | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Hayward | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Park Elementary Hayward | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Alameda County Community Hayward | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Opportunity Academy Hayward | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| ELMHURST LEARNING CENTER Hayward | 1.3 mi | — |
| Grace Academy Hayward | 1.3 mi | — |
| Schafer Park Elementary Hayward | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| ST JOACHIM SCHOOL Hayward | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| St. Joachim's Elementary Hayward | 1.6 mi | — |
| Eldridge Elementary Hayward | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Mt. Eden High Hayward | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Palma Ceia Elementary Hayward | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94545 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,258
Median Home Value
$838,800
Median Rent
$2,426/mo
Population
33,186
College Educated
34.4%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
35.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
41.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Anthony W. Ochoa Middle
What grades does Anthony W. Ochoa Middle serve?
Anthony W. Ochoa Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Anthony W. Ochoa Middle?
Anthony W. Ochoa Middle has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Anthony W. Ochoa Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Anthony W. Ochoa Middle is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Anthony W. Ochoa Middle rank in CA?
Anthony W. Ochoa Middle ranks #2,916 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Anthony W. Ochoa Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Anthony W. Ochoa Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Anthony W. Ochoa Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Anthony W. Ochoa Middle has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Anthony W. Ochoa Middle a charter school?
No, Anthony W. Ochoa Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Anthony W. Ochoa Middle a Title I school?
No, Anthony W. Ochoa Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Anthony W. Ochoa Middle?
84.3% of students at Anthony W. Ochoa Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 375
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.7%
- Phone
- (510) 723-3130
Resources & Links
District
Hayward Unified- District Enrollment
- 17,631
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,775
- District Rank
- #2 of 28
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