Spectrum Center's mission is to provide personalized, evidence based educational services for non-traditional learners in collaboration with families and public school districts.
It's philosophy is believes that all students can succeed academically, behaviorally and socially.
The ultimate goal is to facilitate student's successful transition back into public schools or into adult life after high school completion.
Spectrum engages students in functional age appropriate activities, uses positive reinforcement and interventions for social skills development, and develops an individual transition plan for all students.
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
38 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
81%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Mission Valley Spectrum - Mission?
The application deadline for Mission Valley Spectrum - Mission is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Mission Valley Spectrum - Mission located?
Mission Valley Spectrum - Mission is located in the Jackson Triangle neighborhood of Hayward, CA.
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The nearest high school to Mission Valley Spectrum - Mission is Stellar Preparatory High School (1.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Bayside Adventist Christian School (0.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Children's Choice Educare (0.5 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
A Better Chance School/cal Autism Foundation
Special Education School
4138 Lakeside Dr
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 262-1500
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 262-1500
26.6 miles
Gr: Inquire with school | 44 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Children's Choice Educare ![Children's Choice Educare Photo - Established in 1983]( "Children's Choice Educare Photo - Established in 1983")
Daycare / Preschool
185 W Harder Rd
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 887-3025
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 887-3025
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 42 students
Elmhurst Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
380 Elmhurst Street
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 786-1289
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 786-1289
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 68 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
American Heritage Christian School
Alternative School (Christian)
225 W Winton Ave Ste 116
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 909-7469
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 909-7469
0.7 miles
Gr: PK | 10 students
Bayside Adventist Christian School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
26400 Gading Rd
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 785-1313
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 785-1313
0.9 miles
Gr: K-7 | 25 students
Montessori School At Five Canyons
Montessori School
1101 Walpert Street
Hayward, CA 94541
(510) 581-3729
Hayward, CA 94541
(510) 581-3729
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 13 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Stellar Preparatory High School
All-boys
913 B St
Hayward, CA 94541
(415) 574-7082
Hayward, CA 94541
(415) 574-7082
1.1 miles
Gr: 9-11 | 26 students
Moreau Catholic High School ![Moreau Catholic High School Photo - Front of campus.]( "Moreau Catholic High School Photo - Front of campus.")
(Catholic)
27170 Mission Blvd
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 881-4300
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 881-4300
1.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 787 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 30 Tuition listed
California Crosspoint Academy ![California Crosspoint Academy Photo - Our firm belief and practice is that all students can excel given the right environment and opportunity. All of our students have many opportunities and the support needed to find their passion and God-given calling for their lives.]( "California Crosspoint Academy Photo - Our firm belief and practice is that all students can excel given the right environment and opportunity. All of our students have many opportunities and the support needed to find their passion and God-given calling for their lives.")
(Christian)
25500 Industrial Blvd
Hayward, CA 94545
(510) 995-5333
Hayward, CA 94545
(510) 995-5333
2.2 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 642 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 30 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
International Christian School
(Assembly of God)
562 Lewelling Blvd
San Leandro, CA 94579
(510) 351-3684
San Leandro, CA 94579
(510) 351-3684
3.4 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 77 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Bayside Adventist Christian School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
26400 Gading Rd
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 785-1313
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 785-1313
0.9 miles
Gr: K-7 | 25 students
All Saints Catholic School ![All Saints Catholic School Photo]( "All Saints Catholic School Photo")
(Catholic)
22870 2nd St
Hayward, CA 94541
(510) 582-1910
Hayward, CA 94541
(510) 582-1910
1.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 149 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
26910 Patrick Avenue
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 782-3444
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 782-3444
1.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 205 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Montessori Children's House Of Hayward
Montessori School
26236 Adrian Ave
Hayward, CA 94545
(510) 782-4427
Hayward, CA 94545
(510) 782-4427
1.7 miles
Gr: K-3 | 36 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Children's Choice Educare ![Children's Choice Educare Photo - Established in 1983]( "Children's Choice Educare Photo - Established in 1983")
Daycare / Preschool
185 W Harder Rd
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 887-3025
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 887-3025
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 42 students
Elmhurst Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
380 Elmhurst Street
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 786-1289
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 786-1289
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 68 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
American Heritage Christian School
Alternative School (Christian)
225 W Winton Ave Ste 116
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 909-7469
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 909-7469
0.7 miles
Gr: PK | 10 students
Montessori School At Five Canyons
Montessori School
1101 Walpert Street
Hayward, CA 94541
(510) 581-3729
Hayward, CA 94541
(510) 581-3729
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 13 students
A Joyful Noise Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
26555 Gading Rd
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 782-8593
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 782-8593
1 miles
Gr: NS | 14 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 15% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
119 Winton Ave.
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3140
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3140
0.5 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 582 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
(Math: 12% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
411 Larchmont St.
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3875
Hayward, CA 94540
(510) 723-3875
0.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 504 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
(Math: 11% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
585 Willow Ave.
Hayward, CA 94541
(510) 723-3840
Hayward, CA 94541
(510) 723-3840
0.7 miles
Gr: K-6 | 671 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
951 Palisade St.
Hayward, CA 94542
(510) 370-3334
Hayward, CA 94542
(510) 370-3334
0.7 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 643 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
313 West Winton Ave.
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 670-4590
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 670-4590
0.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 73 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
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