Serving 286 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Eldridge 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 286 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eldridge Elementary School's student population of 286 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child a Learner, Every Day an Opportunity!
School Rankings
Eldridge 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 Eldridge Elementary School is 0.56, which is less 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
#5734 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
12%
Hispanic
63%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
5%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eldridge Elementary School's ranking?
Eldridge Elementary School is ranked #5734 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Eldridge Elementary School often compared to?
Eldridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southgate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Eldridge Elementary School?
286 students attend Eldridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Eldridge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eldridge Elementary School?
Eldridge Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Eldridge Elementary School offer ?
Eldridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Eldridge Elementary School part of?
Eldridge Elementary School is part of Hayward Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Eldridge Elementary School located?
Eldridge Elementary School is located in the Harder Tennyson neighborhood of Hayward, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Harder Tennyson.
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