For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,066 students in Hays, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in Hays, NC are Mountain View Elementary School and North Wilkes High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hays, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Hays have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hays, NC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mountain View Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5464 Mountain View Rd
Hays, NC 28635
(336) 696-5512
Hays, NC 28635
(336) 696-5512
Gr: PK-5 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
North Wilkes High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2986 Traphill Rd
Hays, NC 28635
(336) 903-4040
Hays, NC 28635
(336) 903-4040
Gr: 9-12 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hays, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in Hays, NC include Mountain View Elementary School and North Wilkes High School.
How many public schools are located in Hays?
2 public schools are located in Hays.
What is the racial composition of students in Hays?
Hays public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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