Tennyson High School is a public high school in Hayward, California, United States, formed in 1957.
Serving 1,511 students in grades 9-12, Tennyson High 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 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 57% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tennyson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Tennyson High School's student population of 1,511 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,511 students
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Black, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Tennyson High 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 Tennyson High School is 0.41, 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
#8664 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
76%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
57%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lancer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tennyson High School's ranking?
Tennyson High School is ranked #8664 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Tennyson High School often compared to?
Tennyson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Eden High School, Hayward High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tennyson High School?
The graduation rate of Tennyson High School is 57%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Tennyson High School?
1,511 students attend Tennyson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Tennyson High School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tennyson High School?
Tennyson High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tennyson High School offer ?
Tennyson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tennyson High School part of?
Tennyson High School is part of Hayward Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Tennyson High School located?
Tennyson High School is located in the Whitman Wocine neighborhood of Hayward, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Whitman Wocine.
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