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#4499 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 47% in state
Palma Ceia Elementary
Elementary School · Hayward Unified
27679 Melbourne Ave., Hayward, CA 94545
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,499 of 9,539
In Hayward
#10 of 36
public schools
In district
#9 of 28
Hayward Unified
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Palma Ceia Elementary
Palma Ceia Elementary is a public elementary school in Hayward, CA, part of Hayward Unified. Palma Ceia Elementary serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Palma Ceia Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,499 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Palma Ceia Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Palma Ceia Elementary runs 22.5:1 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.
48% of students at Palma Ceia 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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Palma Ceia Elementary — Students at Palma Ceia Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.8%
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: 7.2/10.
How Palma Ceia Elementary Compares
See how Palma Ceia 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
27679 Melbourne Ave., Hayward, CA 94545
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palma Ceia Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Southgate Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hayward Collegiate Charter (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Hollister), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Schafer Park Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hayward, see our Hayward schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Leadership Public Schools - Hayward Oakland | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Mt. Eden High Hayward | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Eldridge Elementary Hayward | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Hayward | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Ruus Elementary Hayward | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| St. Bede School Hayward | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST BEDE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hayward | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Southgate Elementary Hayward | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Lorin A. Eden Elementary Hayward | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Schafer Park Elementary Hayward | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF HAYWARD Hayward | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Tyrrell Elementary Hayward | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Glassbrook Elementary Hayward | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Bayside Seventh-day Adventist Christian Hayward | 1.1 mi | — |
| Impact Academy of Arts & Technology Oakland | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| BAYSIDE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hayward | 1.1 mi | — |
| Montessori Children's House of Hayward Hayward | 1.1 mi | — |
| Hayward Collegiate Charter Hollister | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Eden Gardens Elementary Hayward | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Tennyson High Hayward | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
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 Palma Ceia Elementary
What grades does Palma Ceia Elementary serve?
Palma Ceia Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Palma Ceia Elementary?
Palma Ceia Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palma Ceia Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Palma Ceia Elementary is 22.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palma Ceia Elementary rank in CA?
Palma Ceia Elementary ranks #4,499 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Palma Ceia Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Palma Ceia Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Palma Ceia Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palma Ceia Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Palma Ceia Elementary a charter school?
No, Palma Ceia Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palma Ceia Elementary a Title I school?
No, Palma Ceia Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palma Ceia Elementary?
80.8% of students at Palma Ceia 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
- 473
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.0%
- Phone
- (510) 723-3870
Resources & Links
District
Hayward Unified- District Enrollment
- 17,631
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,775
- District Rank
- #9 of 28
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