Mt. Eden High School is a public high school in Hayward, California, United States, founded in 1960. It is part of the Hayward Unified School District. Mt. Eden High is located in southwest Hayward, near Union City.
Serving 1,865 students in grades 9-12, Mt. Eden High School ranks in the top 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% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,865 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mt. Eden High School's student population of 1,865 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,865 students
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Motto
Empower, Inspire, Achieve
School Rankings
Mt. Eden High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt. Eden High School is 0.58, 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
#4525 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
12%
Hispanic
61%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt. Eden High School's ranking?
Mt. Eden High School is ranked #4525 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mt. Eden High School?
The graduation rate of Mt. Eden High School is 84%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mt. Eden High School?
1,865 students attend Mt. Eden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Mt. Eden High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt. Eden High School?
Mt. Eden High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mt. Eden High School offer ?
Mt. Eden High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mt. Eden High School part of?
Mt. Eden High School is part of Hayward Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mt. Eden High School located?
Mt. Eden High School is located in the Glen Eden neighborhood of Hayward, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Glen Eden.
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