Serving 693 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hayes K8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hayes K8's student population of 693 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
693 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hayes K8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hayes K8 is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1268 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
19%
12%
Black
79%
31%
White
1%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hayes K8's ranking?
Hayes K8 is ranked #1268 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Hayes K8 often compared to?
Hayes K8is often viewed alongside schools like Adolescent Day Treatment, Wenonah High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Hayes K8?
693 students attend Hayes K8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Hayes K8 students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hayes K8?
Hayes K8 has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hayes K8 offer ?
Hayes K8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hayes K8 part of?
Hayes K8 is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Hayes K8 located?
Hayes K8 is located in the North Avondale neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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