Serving 477 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Eden Gardens Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eden Gardens Elementary School's student population of 477 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Eden Gardens Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eden Gardens Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6946 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
12%
Hispanic
53%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eden Gardens Elementary School's ranking?
Eden Gardens Elementary School is ranked #6946 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Eden Gardens Elementary School often compared to?
Eden Gardens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palma Ceia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Eden Gardens Elementary School?
477 students attend Eden Gardens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Eden Gardens Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eden Gardens Elementary School?
Eden Gardens Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Eden Gardens Elementary School offer ?
Eden Gardens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Eden Gardens Elementary School part of?
Eden Gardens Elementary School is part of Hayward Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Eden Gardens Elementary School located?
Eden Gardens Elementary School is located in the Mount Eden neighborhood of Hayward, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Mount Eden.
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