Needs Improvement
#9002 of 9,539 schools in CA
Glassbrook Elementary
Elementary School · Hayward Unified
975 Schafer Rd., Hayward, CA 94544
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
24.7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
24.7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,002 of 9,539
In Hayward
#32 of 36
public schools
In district
#25 of 28
Hayward Unified
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About Glassbrook Elementary
Glassbrook Elementary is a public elementary school in Hayward, CA, part of Hayward Unified. Glassbrook Elementary serves approximately 469 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Glassbrook Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #9,002 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Glassbrook Elementary show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Glassbrook Elementary runs 24.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
51% of students at Glassbrook Elementary 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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Glassbrook Elementary — Students at Glassbrook Elementary score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.
How Glassbrook Elementary Compares
See how Glassbrook Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
975 Schafer Rd., Hayward, CA 94544
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Glassbrook Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Southgate Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hayward Collegiate Charter (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Hollister), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Schafer Park Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hayward, see our Hayward schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BAYSIDE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hayward | 0.1 mi | — |
| Bayside Seventh-day Adventist Christian Hayward | 0.1 mi | — |
| ST BEDE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hayward | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| St. Bede School Hayward | 0.2 mi | — |
| Tyrrell Elementary Hayward | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Schafer Park Elementary Hayward | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Hayward Collegiate Charter Hollister | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Eldridge Elementary Hayward | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF HAYWARD Hayward | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Harder Elementary Hayward | 0.7 mi | 2.6 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Hayward | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Faith Ringgold School of Arts and Science Hayward | 0.7 mi | 2.9 |
| Tennyson High Hayward | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Southgate Elementary Hayward | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Team Academy for Girls Hayward | 1.0 mi | — |
| Palma Ceia Elementary Hayward | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Ruus Elementary Hayward | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Cesar Chavez Middle Hayward | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Park Elementary Hayward | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Leadership Public Schools - Hayward Oakland | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94544 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,358
Median Home Value
$801,900
Median Rent
$2,339/mo
Population
76,739
College Educated
27.3%
Homeownership
53.5%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
37.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Glassbrook Elementary
What grades does Glassbrook Elementary serve?
Glassbrook Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Glassbrook Elementary?
Glassbrook Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 469 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Glassbrook Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Glassbrook Elementary is 24.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Glassbrook Elementary rank in CA?
Glassbrook Elementary ranks #9,002 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Glassbrook Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Glassbrook Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Glassbrook Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Glassbrook Elementary has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Glassbrook Elementary a charter school?
No, Glassbrook Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Glassbrook Elementary a Title I school?
No, Glassbrook Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Glassbrook Elementary?
83.2% of students at Glassbrook Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 469
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.7%
- Phone
- (510) 723-3835
Resources & Links
District
Hayward Unified- District Enrollment
- 17,631
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,775
- District Rank
- #25 of 28
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