Serving 280 students in grades 3-5, E J Hayes Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: E J Hayes Elementary serves the southeast part of Williamston, NC, covering an area of approximately 105.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 14 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
E J Hayes Elementary School's student population of 280 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
E J Hayes Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of E J Hayes Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2124 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)33%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
22%
Black
56%
24%
White
24%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is E J Hayes Elementary School's ranking?
E J Hayes Elementary School is ranked #2124 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are E J Hayes Elementary School often compared to?
E J Hayes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rodgers Elementary School, Williamston Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend E J Hayes Elementary School?
280 students attend E J Hayes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of E J Hayes Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of E J Hayes Elementary School?
E J Hayes Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does E J Hayes Elementary School offer ?
E J Hayes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is E J Hayes Elementary School part of?
E J Hayes Elementary School is part of Martin County Schools.
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