Below Average
#1693 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Mission Hills Middle School
Elementary School
250 TAMARACK DR, Union City, CA 94587
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,693 of 1,787
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Mission Hills Middle School
Elementary School in Union City · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mission Hills Middle School
Mission Hills Middle School is a private elementary school in Union City, CA. Mission Hills Middle School serves approximately 401 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mission Hills Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,693 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Mission Hills Middle School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Mission Hills Middle School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Union City, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mission Hills Middle School (this school) | 4.4 |
| Decoto School for Independent Study | 5.3 |
| Guy Jr. Emanuele Elementary | 4.9 |
| Searles Elementary | 5.2 |
| Tom Kitayama Elementary | 7.1 |
| Cesar Chavez Middle | 6.3 |
| Itliong-Vera Cruz | 8.2 |
| Alvarado Elementary | 5.4 |
| Pioneer Elementary | 7.4 |
| Delaine Eastin Elementary | 8.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
250 TAMARACK DR, Union City, CA 94587
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mission Hills Middle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brookvale Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Fremont), which scores notably higher. Another option is Warwick Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Fremont), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ardenwood Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Fremont), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Union City, see our Union City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Decoto School for Independent Study Union City | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay Waterford | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Alternative Learning Academy at Conley-Caraballo High Hayward | 0.5 mi | — |
| EIFFEL TOWER MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL AND K Hayward | 0.5 mi | — |
| Core Learning Academy at Conley-Caraballo High Hayward | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Seneca Family of Agencies - Pathfinder Academy Union City | 0.6 mi | — |
| Hillview Crest Elementary Hayward | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Searles Elementary Union City | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Guy Jr. Emanuele Elementary Union City | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| James Logan High Union City | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Union City Christian School Union City | 1.2 mi | — |
| Treeview Elementary Hayward | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Tom Kitayama Elementary Union City | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Cesar Chavez Middle Union City | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Warwick Elementary Fremont | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Peace Terrace Academy Fremont | 2.4 mi | — |
| PEACE TERRACE ACADEMY Fremont | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Rivendell Academy of Fremont Fremont | 2.3 mi | — |
| Brookvale Elementary Fremont | 2.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Ardenwood Elementary Fremont | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94587 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$137,194
Median Home Value
$1,058,200
Median Rent
$2,713/mo
Population
68,141
College Educated
45.3%
Homeownership
67%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
42.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Atherwood Elementary Simi Valley, CA | 4.4 |
| Beaumont Elementary Vista, CA | 4.4 |
| Belleview Elementary Porterville, CA | 4.4 |
| Boulder Creek Elementary Boulder Creek, CA | 4.4 |
| Brookside Elementary Willits, CA | 4.4 |
| Burns Valley Clearlake, CA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mission Hills Middle School
What grades does Mission Hills Middle School serve?
Mission Hills Middle School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Mission Hills Middle School?
Mission Hills Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 401 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mission Hills Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mission Hills Middle School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mission Hills Middle School rank in CA?
Mission Hills Middle School ranks #1,693 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Mission Hills Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mission Hills Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mission Hills Middle School a private school?
Yes, Mission Hills Middle School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Mission Hills Middle School a religious school?
No, Mission Hills Middle School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 401
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Phone
- (510) 493-2189
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