Serving 280 students in grades 3-5, Hayesville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hayesville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hayesville Elementary School's student population of 280 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Clay County Schools is to build high quality learning environments that ensure all students learn at high levels.
School Rankings
Hayesville Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hayesville Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#765 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
22%
Black
n/a
24%
White
86%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Clay County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hayesville Elementary School's ranking?
Hayesville Elementary School is ranked #765 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Hayesville Elementary School often compared to?
Hayesville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hayesville Middle School, Hayesville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Hayesville Elementary School?
280 students attend Hayesville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Hayesville Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hayesville Elementary School?
Hayesville Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hayesville Elementary School offer ?
Hayesville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hayesville Elementary School part of?
Hayesville Elementary School is part of Clay County Schools.
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