Serving 292 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hayes Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hayes Elementary School serves the southwest part of Lakewood, OH, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within this attendance zone takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hayes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hayes Elementary School's student population of 292 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
292 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Motto
In partnership with our families and community, Lakewood City Schools will develop responsible citizens, who are critical and creative thinkers, committed to life-long learning, invested in a diverse society, and prepared for technological and global oppo
School Rankings
Hayes Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hayes Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#429 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
81%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hayes Elementary School's ranking?
Hayes Elementary School is ranked #429 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Hayes Elementary School often compared to?
Hayes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horace Mann Elementary School, Harrison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Hayes Elementary School?
292 students attend Hayes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Hayes Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hayes Elementary School?
Hayes Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
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 Lakewood City School District.
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