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Lorin A. Eden Elementary
Elementary School · Hayward Unified
PO Box 5000, Hayward, CA 94540
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
26.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
26.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,039 of 9,539
In Hayward
#16 of 36
public schools
In district
#14 of 28
Hayward Unified
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Lorin A. Eden Elementary
Elementary School in Hayward · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lorin A. Eden Elementary
Lorin A. Eden Elementary is a public elementary school in Hayward, CA, part of Hayward Unified. Lorin A.
Eden Elementary serves approximately 365 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 26.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lorin A. Eden Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,039 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lorin A. Eden Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Lorin A. Eden Elementary runs 26.1:1 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.
40% of students at Lorin A. Eden 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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Lorin A. Eden Elementary — Students at Lorin A. Eden Elementary score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 7.0/10.
How Lorin A. Eden Elementary Compares
See how Lorin A. Eden Elementary 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
PO Box 5000, Hayward, CA 94540
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lorin A. Eden Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Southgate Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Schafer Park Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Palma Ceia Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hayward, see our Hayward schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Impact Academy of Arts & Technology Oakland | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Mt. Eden High Hayward | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Hayward | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Montessori Children's House of Hayward Hayward | 0.9 mi | — |
| Leadership Public Schools - Hayward Oakland | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Palma Ceia Elementary Hayward | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Eden Gardens Elementary Hayward | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Southgate Elementary Hayward | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Eldridge Elementary Hayward | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Anthony W. Ochoa Middle Hayward | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| CALIFORNIA CROSSPOINT ACADEMY Hayward | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| California Crosspoint Academy Hayward | 1.1 mi | — |
| Schafer Park Elementary Hayward | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| St. Bede School Hayward | 1.5 mi | — |
| ST BEDE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hayward | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Ruus Elementary Hayward | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Glassbrook Elementary Hayward | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Bayside Seventh-day Adventist Christian Hayward | 1.6 mi | — |
| BAYSIDE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hayward | 1.7 mi | — |
| Tyrrell Elementary Hayward | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALISO VIEJO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aliso Viejo, CA | 5.7 |
| Alta Loma Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.7 |
| Alvarado Elementary Signal Hill, CA | 5.7 |
| Bandini Street Elementary San Pedro, CA | 5.7 |
| Bell Avenue Elementary Sacramento, CA | 5.7 |
| Ben Painter Elementary San Jose, CA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lorin A. Eden Elementary
What grades does Lorin A. Eden Elementary serve?
Lorin A. Eden Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Lorin A. Eden Elementary?
Lorin A. Eden Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 365 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lorin A. Eden Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lorin A. Eden Elementary is 26.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lorin A. Eden Elementary rank in CA?
Lorin A. Eden Elementary ranks #6,039 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lorin A. Eden Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lorin A. Eden Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Lorin A. Eden Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lorin A. Eden Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lorin A. Eden Elementary a charter school?
No, Lorin A. Eden Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lorin A. Eden Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lorin A. Eden Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lorin A. Eden Elementary?
71.0% of students at Lorin A. Eden 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
- 365
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.5%
- Phone
- (510) 723-3855
Resources & Links
District
Hayward Unified- District Enrollment
- 17,631
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,775
- District Rank
- #14 of 28
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