Serving 1,125 students in grades 6-8, Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,125 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School's student population of 1,125 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,125 students
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Motto
Learn Daily, Laugh Often, Lead Respectfully, Live Responsibly
School Rankings
Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#85 out of 1250 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
2%
Hispanic
9%
10%
Black
15%
11%
White
58%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Fayette County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School's ranking?
Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School is ranked #85 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School often compared to?
Edythe Jones Hayes Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaumont Middle School, Jessie M Clark Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School?
1,125 students attend Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School?
Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School offer ?
Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School part of?
Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School is part of Fayette County School District.
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