SOUTHGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Southgate Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Hayward Unified school district, located in Hayward, CA with about 681 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 28 teachers, Southgate Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Southgate Elementary, located at 26601 Calaroga Ave. in Hayward, California, serves as a public primary school within the Hayward Unified School District. The school is situated in a residential neighborhood and focuses on providing foundational education for students in the elementary grades, aiming to foster both academic growth and social development within the local community.

As part of the Hayward Unified School District, the school adheres to the district’s broader educational goals, which prioritize student equity, literacy, and preparation for middle school transitions. Like many schools in the area, Southgate emphasizes a supportive learning environment, utilizing standardized curricula while encouraging extracurricular engagement to help students succeed in a diverse urban setting.

For more information, contact Southgate Elementary at (510) 723-3905 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.