Serving 427 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Hayes Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hayes Elementary School's student population of 427 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hayes Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hayes Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1501 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
63%
20%
Black
11%
8%
White
12%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Oklahoma City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hayes Elementary School's ranking?
Hayes Elementary School is ranked #1501 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Hayes Elementary School?
427 students attend Hayes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Hayes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hayes Elementary School?
Hayes Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hayes Elementary School offer ?
Hayes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hayes Elementary School part of?
Hayes Elementary School is part of Oklahoma City School District.
In what neighborhood is Hayes Elementary School located?
Hayes Elementary School is located in the Central Oklahoma City neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 83 other public schools located in Central Oklahoma City.
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