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#405 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Top 23% of private schools

Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus

School

2021 HIGHLAND BLVD, Hayward, CA 94542

Private

Enrollment

33

Student-Teacher

6.6:1

Score

7.2

Grades

4th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#405 of 1,787

In Hayward

#2 of 10

public schools

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Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus

7.2/10

School in Hayward · grades 4th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mission Valley Spectrum - Mission

7.6/10

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6.5/10

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About Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus

Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus is a private school in Hayward, CA. Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #405 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.9 pts above CA schools
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 33 students, Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 6.6:1 students to teachers, Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus 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

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How Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus compares to 37 public schools serving similar grades in Hayward, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.6:1
This School
vs
21.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
33
This School
vs
539
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.2
This School
vs
5.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 51.5% vs 0%
White 33.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 15.2% vs 0%
Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus Hayward Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus (this school) 7.2
East Avenue Elementary 6.5
Hayward Twin Oaks Montessori 6.0
Hayward High 6.8
Harder Elementary 2.6
Bret Harte Middle 6.1
Fairview Elementary 6.1
Faith Ringgold School of Arts and Science 2.9
Tennyson High 5.0
Cesar Chavez Middle 5.0
Winton Middle 6.3
Glassbrook Elementary 3.5
Tyrrell Elementary 4.4
Park Elementary 6.0
Schafer Park Elementary 7.1
Burbank Elementary 5.0
Stonebrae Elementary 7.2
Alameda County Community 6.6
Opportunity Academy 4.1
Cherryland Elementary 4.4
Eldridge Elementary 5.5

Showing 20 of 37 schools. View all schools in Hayward

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,496
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 60%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.8 / 10
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Enrollment 33
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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)

Black 51.5%
White 33.3%
Hispanic 15.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2021 HIGHLAND BLVD, Hayward, CA 94542

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus may also want to explore other schools in the area. MISSION VALLEY SPECTRUM - MISSION (rated 7.6/10), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hayward Twin Oaks Montessori (rated 6.0/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hayward, see our Hayward schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
MISSION VALLEY SPECTRUM - MISSION Hayward 0.0 mi 7.6
East Avenue Elementary Hayward 0.7 mi 6.5
Hayward High Hayward 1.0 mi 6.8
Hayward Twin Oaks Montessori Hayward 0.9 mi 6.0
Team Academy for Girls Hayward 1.0 mi
Moreau Catholic High School Hayward 1.2 mi
MOREAU CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Hayward 1.2 mi 6.1
ST CLEMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hayward 1.3 mi 6.2
Saint Clement Catholic School Hayward 1.3 mi
Harder Elementary Hayward 1.2 mi 2.6
Fairview Elementary Hayward 1.3 mi 6.1
Faith Ringgold School of Arts and Science Hayward 1.4 mi 2.9
Tennyson High Hayward 1.5 mi 5.0
Bret Harte Middle Hayward 1.3 mi 6.1
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hayward 1.3 mi 7.1
All Saints Catholic School Hayward 1.3 mi
Cesar Chavez Middle Hayward 1.8 mi 5.0
Hayward Collegiate Charter Hollister 1.7 mi 8.1
STELLAR PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Hayward 1.6 mi 5.0
Stellar Preparatory High School Hayward 1.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94542 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$131,989

Median Home Value

$1,085,900

Median Rent

$2,605/mo

Population

14,729

College Educated

48.1%

Homeownership

71.7%

Avg Commute

35 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

42.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus

What grades does Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus serve?

Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus serves students in grades 4th through 12th.

How many students attend Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus?

Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus?

The student-teacher ratio at Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus rank in CA?

Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus ranks #405 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus's MySchoolScout rating?

Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus a private school?

Yes, Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus 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 Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus a religious school?

No, Spectrum Center, Inc.-mission Valley Campus is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
33
Gender Split
85% M / 15% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
220 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Alameda County

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