Serving 524 students in grades 5-7, Hayden Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hayden Middle School's student population of 524 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hayden Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hayden Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#392 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
1%
32%
White
95%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hayden Middle School's ranking?
Hayden Middle School is ranked #392 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Hayden Middle School often compared to?
Hayden Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Appalachian School, Southeastern School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Hayden Middle School?
524 students attend Hayden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Hayden Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hayden Middle School?
Hayden Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Hayden Middle School offer ?
Hayden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7
What school district is Hayden Middle School part of?
Hayden Middle School is part of Blount County School District.
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