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Hayes Elementary School

Elementary School · Livonia Public Schools School District

30600 LOUISE ST, Westland, MI 48185

Enrollment

390

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,615 of 3,192

In Westland

#1 of 15

public schools

In district

#18 of 24

Livonia Public Schools School District

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Hayes Elementary School

6.3/10

Elementary School in Westland · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hayes Elementary School

Hayes Elementary School is a public elementary school in Westland, MI, part of Livonia Public Schools School District. Hayes Elementary School serves approximately 390 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hayes Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,615 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Hayes Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Hayes Elementary School

Sources: School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026. Reviewed for accuracy.

Hayes Elementary School is located at 30600 Louise in Westland, MI 48185, and operates under the Livonia Public Schools district 1 . The principal for the 2024-2025 school year is Christine Broome 1 . The school's office hours are from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with the student day running from 8:55 AM to 4:00 PM 1 . During half-day schedules, students attend from 8:55 AM to 12:10 PM or from 12:55 PM to 4:00 PM 1 . Summer hours are from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and the office is closed on Fridays and Labor Day 1 . The school utilizes a Twitter account identified as @HayesHuskies 1 . Upcoming events listed for the 2025-2026 calendar include a PTA meeting, a credit union visit, a skate night at Riverside Arena, Field Day, a Color Run, and the last days of school 1 . Kindergarten registration for the 2025-2026 school year begins on March 2 1 . The school also promotes LPS Summer Sport Camps and community activity flyers 1 .
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How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.7
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+5.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.6 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,860
Chronic Absenteeism24.4%

Hayes Elementary School — Students at Hayes Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
39.5% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 57.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
42.8% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 32 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
47.1%
ELA
52.2%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.

How Hayes Elementary School Compares

See how Hayes Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
49th percentile in MI
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

Location

30600 LOUISE ST, Westland, MI 48185

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hayes Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Memorial Elementary 12 Campus (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Garden City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grant Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Livonia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center (rated 7.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Garden City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Westland, see our Westland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Franklin High School Livonia 0.7 mi 7.3
American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary Westland 0.7 mi 3.7
PEACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Livonia 1.1 mi 6.6
Garden City High School Garden City 1.1 mi 6.6
Grant Elementary School Livonia 1.2 mi 7.5
Cambridge Alternative High School Garden City 1.2 mi 4.8
Cooper Upper Elementary School Westland 1.1 mi 4.7
Emerson Middle School Livonia 1.4 mi 5.4
Blended Learning Academies Credit Recovery High School Liv Livonia 1.7 mi
Douglas Elementary 34 Campus Garden City 1.4 mi 7.0
LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL WESTLAND Westland 1.4 mi 7.0
Universal Learning Academy Westland 1.5 mi 4.6
ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Livonia 1.7 mi 6.1
Memorial Elementary 12 Campus Garden City 2.0 mi 7.7
Cleveland Elementary School Livonia 1.6 mi 5.6
DREAMY ISLAMIC ACADEMY Dearborn Heights 1.7 mi 7.2
Tipton Academy 48 Garden City 2.3 mi 5.0
Westfield Charter Academy Redford 2.0 mi 7.0
Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center Garden City 2.3 mi 7.3
American International Academy Elementary Westland 2.6 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48185 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,085

Median Home Value

$183,500

Median Rent

$1,123/mo

Population

48,364

College Educated

23.4%

Homeownership

56.3%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

13%

Median Age

38.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hayes Elementary School

What grades does Hayes Elementary School serve?

Hayes Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Hayes Elementary School?

Hayes Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 390 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hayes Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hayes Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hayes Elementary School rank in MI?

Hayes Elementary School ranks #1,615 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Hayes Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hayes Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Hayes Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hayes Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hayes Elementary School a charter school?

No, Hayes Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hayes Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Hayes Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hayes Elementary School?

49.0% of students at Hayes Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

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