Below Average
#7861 of 9,539 schools in CA
Hillview Crest Elementary
Elementary School · New Haven Unified
31410 Wheelon Ave., Hayward, CA 94544
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
26.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
26.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,861 of 9,539
In Hayward
#27 of 36
public schools
In district
#12 of 12
New Haven Unified
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Hillview Crest Elementary
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About Hillview Crest Elementary
Hillview Crest Elementary is a public elementary school in Hayward, CA, part of New Haven Unified. Hillview Crest Elementary serves approximately 423 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillview Crest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #7,861 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Hillview Crest Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Hillview Crest Elementary runs 26.4:1 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.
36% of students at Hillview Crest 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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Hillview Crest Elementary — Students at Hillview Crest Elementary score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.7%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.
How Hillview Crest Elementary Compares
See how Hillview Crest Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
31410 Wheelon Ave., Hayward, CA 94544
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillview Crest Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Warwick Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Fremont), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tom Kitayama Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Union City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST CLEMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hayward, see our Hayward schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood 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 Hillview Crest Elementary
What grades does Hillview Crest Elementary serve?
Hillview Crest Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Hillview Crest Elementary?
Hillview Crest Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 423 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillview Crest Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillview Crest Elementary is 26.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hillview Crest Elementary rank in CA?
Hillview Crest Elementary ranks #7,861 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Hillview Crest Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillview Crest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Hillview Crest Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hillview Crest Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hillview Crest Elementary a charter school?
No, Hillview Crest Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hillview Crest Elementary a Title I school?
No, Hillview Crest Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hillview Crest Elementary?
75.7% of students at Hillview Crest 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 423
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (510) 471-5720
Resources & Links
District
New Haven Unified- District Enrollment
- 10,052
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,182
- District Rank
- #12 of 12
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