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Ruus Elementary

28027 Dickens Ave., Hayward, CA, 94540

About Ruus Elementary

Ruus Elementary School is a public school in Hayward, California, that serves about 387 students in grades K–6. The student–teacher ratio is 24:1. The school focuses on reading, writing, and math, and offers extra help to students who need it and extra learning opportunities to students who are already doing well. At Ruus Elementary, 16% of students were proficient or better in math, and 28% were proficient or better in reading. This shows that there is still room for academic growth. The school has a wide range of students and offers programs that promote community involvement, cultural awareness, and inclusivity. Ruus is involved in district programs like small-group instruction, using technology in the classroom, and helping teachers grow professionally. Per-pupil funding is in line with district averages and helps pay for classroom instruction and enrichment programs. Families appreciate Ruus Elementary for its focus on student growth and its supportive learning environment. Overall, Ruus Elementary teaches the basics of academics with a focus on improving skills, encouraging diversity, and keeping the school culture positive, making it one of the best schools in California.

Ruus Elementary Contact Information

Address

28027 Dickens Ave., Hayward, CA, 94540

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Phone

(510) 723-3885

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Website

husd.us

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 16%
Reading 28%
State average proficiency is 16% in Math and 28% in Reading.
16
Full-time Teachers
24 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
1
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
387
Total Students
$127409
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 5073 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Ruus Elementary

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM - 2:45 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 2.07%
Asian 21.71%
Hispanic 63.57%
Black 3.1%
Two+ Races 3.88%
Native Am. 0.52%
White
2.07%
Asian
21.71%
Hispanic
63.57%
Black
3.1%
Two+ Races
3.88%
Native Am.
0.52%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 387
46.51%
180 Female
53.49%
207 Male

Student Population

387 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Students at Ruus Elementary participate in the Ruus Shakespeareans, an after-school theater program where upper-grade students rehearse and perform Shakespeare plays and music together. This program builds confidence, teamwork, communication skills, and creative expression, and each year culminates in community performances that celebrate student growth

FAQ

Q1. Does Ruus Elementary offer programs that help students learn more after school?

Ans. Yes, students can get academic help, join clubs, and do extra activities after school.

Q2. Do student activities include music and art?

Ans. Yes, the school has programs for music, visual arts, and creative expression.

Q3. What does the school do to help students feel good?

Ans. Counseling services, wellness programs, and physical activities help students grow socially and emotionally.

Q4. Do teachers use technology in the classroom?

Ans. Yes, tablets and interactive learning platforms are examples of digital tools that are used in class every day.

Q5: How can families stay involved?

Ans. Parents can help out by volunteering, going to family events, and school meetings.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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