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#6962 of 9,539 schools in CA
Searles Elementary
Elementary School · New Haven Unified
33629 15th St., Union City, CA 94587
Enrollment
712
Student-Teacher
26.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
712
Student-Teacher
26.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,962 of 9,539
In Union City
#9 of 10
public schools
In district
#9 of 12
New Haven Unified
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Searles Elementary
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About Searles Elementary
Searles Elementary is a public elementary school in Union City, CA, part of New Haven Unified. Searles Elementary serves approximately 712 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Searles Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,962 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Searles Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Searles 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.
40% of students at Searles 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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Searles Elementary — Students at Searles Elementary score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.5%
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: 6.4/10.
How Searles Elementary Compares
See how Searles Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
33629 15th St., Union City, CA 94587
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Searles Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brookvale Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Fremont), which scores notably higher. Another option is Warwick Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Fremont), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Patterson Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 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 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| James Logan High Union City | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Union City Christian School Union City | 0.5 mi | — |
| Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay Waterford | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Seneca Family of Agencies - Pathfinder Academy Union City | 0.5 mi | — |
| Decoto School for Independent Study Union City | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| MISSION HILLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Union City | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Guy Jr. Emanuele Elementary Union City | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| EIFFEL TOWER MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL AND K Hayward | 1.3 mi | — |
| Warwick Elementary Fremont | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Alternative Learning Academy at Conley-Caraballo High Hayward | 1.3 mi | — |
| Core Learning Academy at Conley-Caraballo High Hayward | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Hillview Crest Elementary Hayward | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Cesar Chavez Middle Union City | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Tom Kitayama Elementary Union City | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Brookvale Elementary Fremont | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Treeview Elementary Hayward | 2.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Peace Terrace Academy Fremont | 1.8 mi | — |
| PEACE TERRACE ACADEMY Fremont | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| American High Fremont | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Patterson Elementary Fremont | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Searles Elementary
What grades does Searles Elementary serve?
Searles Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Searles Elementary?
Searles Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 712 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Searles Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Searles 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 Searles Elementary rank in CA?
Searles Elementary ranks #6,962 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Searles Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Searles Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Searles Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Searles Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Searles Elementary a charter school?
No, Searles Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Searles Elementary a Title I school?
No, Searles Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Searles Elementary?
70.5% of students at Searles 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
- 712
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.0%
- Phone
- (510) 471-2772
Resources & Links
District
New Haven Unified- District Enrollment
- 10,052
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,182
- District Rank
- #9 of 12
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