For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,176 students in Hays, KS (there are 3 private schools, serving 657 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in Hays, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Hays, KS are Kathryn O'loughlin Mccarthy Elementary School, Woodrow Wilson Elementary School and Roosevelt Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hays, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Kansas public school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 36% statewide average). Schools in Hays have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hays, KS (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kathryn O'loughlin Mccarthy Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1401 Hall
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2510
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2510
Grades: K-5
| 394 students
Rank: #22.
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 E 28th
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2550
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2550
Grades: K-5
| 387 students
Rank: #33.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2000 Macarthur
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2520
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2520
Grades: K-5
| 390 students
Rank: #44.
Hays Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 W. 29th
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2450
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2450
Grades: 6-8
| 741 students
Rank: #55.
Hays High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2300 E 13th
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2600
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2600
Grades: 9-12
| 891 students
Rank: #66.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1906 Ash
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2500
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2500
Grades: PK-5
| 313 students
Hays, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
892 Munjor Main
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2630
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2630
Grades: K-5
| 33 students
305 Main
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2540
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2540
Grades: PK-5
| 129 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hays, KS?
The top ranked public schools in Hays, KS include Kathryn O'loughlin Mccarthy Elementary School, Woodrow Wilson Elementary School and Roosevelt Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hays, KS?
7 public schools are located in Hays, KS.
What percentage of students in Hays, KS go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in Hays, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hays, KS?
Hays, KS public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
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