For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 871 students in Hayes, VA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Hayes, VA are Achilles Elementary School and Abingdon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hayes, VA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in Hayes have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Hayes, VA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Achilles Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9306 Guinea Road
Hayes, VA 23072
(804) 642-9140
Hayes, VA 23072
(804) 642-9140
Grades: PK-5
| 434 students
Rank: #22.
Abingdon Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7087 Powhatan Drive
Hayes, VA 23072
(804) 642-9885
Hayes, VA 23072
(804) 642-9885
Grades: PK-5
| 437 students
Hayes, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
7066 Hayes Shopping Center
Hayes, VA 23072
(804) 642-9037
Hayes, VA 23072
(804) 642-9037
Grades: 7-8
| 46 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Hayes, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Hayes, VA include Achilles Elementary School and Abingdon Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Hayes?
2 public elementary schools are located in Hayes.
What is the racial composition of students in Hayes?
Hayes public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Hayes are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Hayes include: Abingdon Elementary School vs. Achilles Elementary School, Achilles Elementary School vs. Abingdon Elementary School
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