Hayden Elementary School ranked #212 statewide in 2023, maintaining a position within the top 20% of Alabama public schools, though the state rank declined from #165 in 2015.
Math proficiency was 50% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 60%, also higher than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged from 45% to 49%, above the state average of 38%.
Enrollment declined from 405 students in 2008 to 273 in recent reporting, with minority enrollment stable at approximately 5%; 44% of students qualified for free lunch in 2023, up from 23% in 2022.
The school serves grades 3–4 with an enrollment of 273 students and 16 teachers, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 17:1, consistent with prior years.
Hayden Elementary is a Title I eligible school in Blount County, Alabama, without a Blue Ribbon award, serving a predominantly White student body (95%) in a suburban setting.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hayden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Hayden Elementary School's student population of 273 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Love. Learn. Lead.
School Rankings
Hayden Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hayden Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#212 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
3%
32%
White
95%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hayden Elementary School's ranking?
Hayden Elementary School is ranked #212 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Hayden Elementary School often compared to?
Hayden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hayden Primary School, Locust Fork Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Hayden Elementary School?
273 students attend Hayden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Hayden Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hayden Elementary School?
Hayden Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hayden Elementary School offer ?
Hayden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hayden Elementary School part of?
Hayden Elementary School is part of Blount County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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