Hayward Unified

District Overview
Headquartered at 24411 Amador Street in Hayward, California, the Hayward Unified School District operates as an active, traditional public school system serving a vibrant large-suburban community within the greater San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont metropolitan area. Overseeing 28 operational schools, the district provides a comprehensive educational framework that spans from kindergarten through 12th grade, as well as adult education opportunities. As a non-charter district deeply rooted in Alameda County, Hayward Unified offers families a stable, community-centered academic path designed to support learners at every stage of their primary and secondary education.

During the 2024–2025 school year, the district serves a student body of 17,377 pupils, showcasing a rich multicultural demographics highlighted by significant Hispanic, Asian, African American, and Pacific Islander student communities. To effectively support this student population, Hayward Unified maintains a robust workforce comprising over 4,120 full-time equivalent staff members. This includes roughly 1,631 full-time equivalent teachers and nearly 219 instructional aides, establishing a favorable student-to-teacher ratio of approximately 11 to 1. Backed by more than 2,270 dedicated support personnel, the district ensures that students have access to well-rounded academic instruction, holistic support services, and an environment tailored to learning and growth.
28
Total Schools
17,377
Total Students
1,630.6
Full-Time Teachers
10.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Hayward Unified
Demographic Student Count
White561
Hispanic11,538
Black1,211
Asian2,656
Two or More841
American Indian38
Pacific Islander529
  • Hispanic
    11,538 (66.4%)
  • Asian
    2,656 (15.3%)
  • Black
    1,211 (7.0%)
  • Two or More
    841 (4.8%)
  • White
    561 (3.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    529 (3.0%)
  • American Indian
    38 (0.2%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Hayward Unified
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary19
Middle5
High4
Other3
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:28
Students:17,377*
Teachers (FTE):1,630.6*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:10.7
Schools in Hayward Unified
Found 31 Schools