Serving 810 students in grades 5-6, Leon W Hayes Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 810 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leon W Hayes Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Leon W Hayes Intermediate School's student population of 810 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
810 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Leon W Hayes Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leon W Hayes Intermediate School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#983 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
69%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
33.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leon W Hayes Intermediate School's ranking?
Leon W Hayes Intermediate School is ranked #983 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Leon W Hayes Intermediate School?
810 students attend Leon W Hayes Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Leon W Hayes Intermediate School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leon W Hayes Intermediate School?
Leon W Hayes Intermediate School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Leon W Hayes Intermediate School offer ?
Leon W Hayes Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Leon W Hayes Intermediate School part of?
Leon W Hayes Intermediate School is part of Grand Ledge School District.
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