For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,189 students in 94579, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 536 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 94579, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 94579, CA are Washington Manor Middle School, Corvallis Elementary School and Dayton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94579 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94579, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94579, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Manor Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1170 Fargo Ave.
San Leandro, CA 94579
(510) 317-5500
San Leandro, CA 94579
(510) 317-5500
Gr: 6-8 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Corvallis Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14790 Corvallis St.
San Leandro, CA 94579
(510) 317-4900
San Leandro, CA 94579
(510) 317-4900
Gr: K-5 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Dayton Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Dayton Ave.
San Leandro, CA 94579
(510) 317-3600
San Leandro, CA 94579
(510) 317-3600
Gr: K-5 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 94579, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 94579, CA include Washington Manor Middle School, Corvallis Elementary School and Dayton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 94579?
3 public schools are located in 94579.
What percentage of students in 94579 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 94579 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94579?
94579 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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