Excellent
#1098 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 12% in state
Southgate Elementary
Elementary School · Hayward Unified
26601 Calaroga Ave., Hayward, CA 94545
Enrollment
583
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
583
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,098 of 9,539
In Hayward
#1 of 36
public schools
In district
#1 of 28
Hayward Unified
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Southgate Elementary
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About Southgate Elementary
Southgate Elementary is a public elementary school in Hayward, CA, part of Hayward Unified. Southgate Elementary serves approximately 583 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Southgate Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,098 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Southgate Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 5.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Southgate Elementary runs 23.3:1 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.
39% of students at Southgate 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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Southgate Elementary — Students at Southgate Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 9.5/10.
How Southgate Elementary Compares
See how Southgate 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
26601 Calaroga Ave., Hayward, CA 94545
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southgate Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hayward Collegiate Charter (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Hollister), with a very similar rating. Another option is Schafer Park Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Palma Ceia Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hayward, see our Hayward schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Hayward | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Montessori Children's House of Hayward Hayward | 0.5 mi | — |
| Schafer Park Elementary Hayward | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Eldridge Elementary Hayward | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Impact Academy of Arts & Technology Oakland | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Eden Gardens Elementary Hayward | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Palma Ceia Elementary Hayward | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Mt. Eden High Hayward | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Bayside Seventh-day Adventist Christian Hayward | 0.8 mi | — |
| Lorin A. Eden Elementary Hayward | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Glassbrook Elementary Hayward | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| St. Bede School Hayward | 0.8 mi | — |
| BAYSIDE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hayward | 0.8 mi | — |
| Anthony W. Ochoa Middle Hayward | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| ST BEDE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hayward | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Park Elementary Hayward | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Hayward Collegiate Charter Hollister | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Leadership Public Schools - Hayward Oakland | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| ELMHURST LEARNING CENTER Hayward | 1.2 mi | — |
| Grace Academy Hayward | 1.2 mi | — |
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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|---|---|
| Adams Elementary Santa Barbara, CA | 8.3 |
| Alta Vista Elementary Redondo Beach, CA | 8.3 |
| Altamont Creek Elementary Livermore, CA | 8.3 |
| Alvarado Elementary San Francisco, CA | 8.3 |
| Anthony G. Bacich Elementary Kentfield, CA | 8.3 |
| Arbolita Elementary La Habra, CA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southgate Elementary
What grades does Southgate Elementary serve?
Southgate Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Southgate Elementary?
Southgate Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 583 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southgate Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Southgate Elementary is 23.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southgate Elementary rank in CA?
Southgate Elementary ranks #1,098 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Southgate Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Southgate Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Southgate Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southgate Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Southgate Elementary a charter school?
No, Southgate Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southgate Elementary a Title I school?
No, Southgate Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southgate Elementary?
72.7% of students at Southgate 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
- 583
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.6%
- Phone
- (510) 723-3905
Resources & Links
District
Hayward Unified- District Enrollment
- 17,631
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,775
- District Rank
- #1 of 28
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