Cesar Chavez Middle vs Ruus Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cesar Chavez Middle
Hayward · Public middle · Grades 7–8
453 students
Ruus Elementary
Hayward · Public elementary · Grades K–6
361 students
| Measure | Cesar Chavez Middle Hayward, California | Ruus Elementary Hayward, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1203 of 1,334 | #4650 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #14852 of 15,369 | #46243 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 453 | 361 |
| Enrollment | 453 | 361 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.1% | 78.1% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 24.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 26% |
| city | Hayward | Hayward |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ruus Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.7 vs 12.5).
- •Ruus Elementary does better on math proficiency (26% vs 13%).
- •Ruus Elementary does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 22%).
- •Ruus Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.1% vs 84.1%).
- •Cesar Chavez Middle does better on students per teacher (18.1 vs 24.1).
- •Cesar Chavez Middle is the larger school with 453 students compared with 361.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Cesar Chavez Middle better than Ruus Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ruus Elementary ranks higher (17.7 vs 12.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Cesar Chavez Middle and Ruus Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Hayward and Hayward in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cesar Chavez Middle: 453. Ruus Elementary: 361. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cesar Chavez Middle and Ruus Elementary rank in California?
Cesar Chavez Middle is 1203rd of 1,334 and Ruus Elementary is 4650th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).