Hayden Elementary School

Hayden Elementary School serves 273 students in grades 3 and 4 in the rural community of Hayden, Alabama. This regular public school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18.2:1 with 15 full-time equivalent teachers, providing a reasonably intimate learning environment for its focused grade range. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.0 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking #321 out of 1,360 Alabama schools, placing it in the 76th percentile statewide.

With an academic score of 8.3 out of 10, Hayden Elementary shows particular strength in reading and language arts, where 60% of students perform at proficient levels or above. Mathematics presents an area for continued growth, with 41% of students achieving proficiency or above. Located at 4111 State Highway 160, the school serves a stable rural community in Blount County where the median household income is $73,040 and the median home value is $173,500.

The surrounding ZIP code of 35079 is home to 9,301 residents, with a relatively low poverty rate of 10.8%. While 17% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, the community maintains its rural character and close-knit atmosphere that often defines small Alabama towns.

Located in a rural area, Hayden Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.