Serving 801 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hayes Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hayes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hayes Elementary School's student population of 801 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
801 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hayes Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hayes Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#787 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
39%
36%
White
30%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hayes Elementary School's ranking?
Hayes Elementary School is ranked #787 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Hayes Elementary School often compared to?
Hayes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bullard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Hayes Elementary School?
801 students attend Hayes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Hayes Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hayes Elementary School?
Hayes Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hayes Elementary School offer ?
Hayes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hayes Elementary School part of?
Hayes Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
School Reviews
5 3/27/2020
Hayes has been consistently very good over the last 5 years. The teachers are phenomenal. Strong parent involvement. Diversity is celebrated. Welcoming environment. My children thrived here.
5 1/25/2011
This is my 2nd child's last year at Hayes. We have been so pleased with the quality of education both of my children have received in preparing our children for middle school. Teachers and administration are caring and professional. Tons of parental involvement from our diverse school.
2 9/27/2010
The administrators are AWFUL, the teachers are OK, 1/2 the school is hispanic & doesn't or won't speak English. So happy my children no longer go there.
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