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Hayes Elementary

Elementary School · FRIDLEY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

615 MISSISSIPPI ST NE, Fridley, MN 55432

Enrollment

431

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,582 of 1,992

In Fridley

#5 of 10

public schools

In district

#4 of 7

FRIDLEY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Hayes Elementary

5.0/10

Elementary School in Fridley · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.9/10

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About Hayes Elementary

Hayes Elementary is a public elementary school in Fridley, MN, part of FRIDLEY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Hayes Elementary serves approximately 431 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hayes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,582 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Hayes Elementary show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.6
  • MN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Hayes Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,928
Chronic Absenteeism34.8%

Hayes Elementary — Students at Hayes Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
37%

* 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: 2.6/10.

How Hayes Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
21th percentile in MN
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
72%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.8%

Location

615 MISSISSIPPI ST NE, Fridley, MN 55432

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hayes Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Elementary Lighthouse (rated 7.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Spring Lake Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodcrest El. Spanish Immersion (rated 4.7/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, STEVENSON ELEMENTARY (rated 4.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fridley, see our Fridley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
FRIDLEY MIDDLE Fridley 0.5 mi 4.9
FRIDLEY MIDDLE AREA LEARNING CENTER Fridley 0.5 mi 6.2
Early Childhood Special Education S Fridley 0.6 mi
Voluntary Prekindergarten School Fridley 0.6 mi 4.1
WOODCREST BAPTIST ACADEMY Fridley 0.5 mi 7.0
FRIDLEY SENIOR HIGH Fridley 0.7 mi 5.7
TRANSITIONS SCHOOL Fridley 0.7 mi
AVAIL ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Fridley 1.0 mi 7.7
Metro Heights Academy Fridley 0.9 mi 6.0
Fridley Moore Lk Area Learning Ctr Fridley 0.9 mi 5.6
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fridley 1.2 mi
Woodcrest El. Spanish Immersion Fridley 1.4 mi 4.7
North Park School for Innovation Fridley 1.4 mi 2.9
STEVENSON ELEMENTARY Fridley 1.2 mi 4.2
TOTINO-GRACE HIGH SCHOOL Fridley 1.3 mi 5.9
LITTLE VOYAGEURS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia Heights 1.8 mi
SPRING LAKE PARK SENIOR HIGH Spring Lake Park 1.8 mi 5.0
SLP Schools Online Secondary Spring Lake Park 1.8 mi 4.6
Elementary Lighthouse Spring Lake Park 1.8 mi 7.0
Secondary Lighthouse Spring Lake Park 1.8 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55432 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,985

Median Home Value

$278,600

Median Rent

$1,308/mo

Population

32,935

College Educated

29.7%

Homeownership

65%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

12.4%

Median Age

35.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
NEILL ELEMENTARY Crystal, MN 5.0
SOMERSET ELEMENTARY Mendota Heights, MN 5.0
WILLIAM BYRNE ELEMENTARY Burnsville, MN 5.0
WOODBURY ELEMENTARY Woodbury, MN 5.0
ACHIEVE LANGUAGE ACADEMY Saint Paul, MN 4.9
ADAMS ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids, MN 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hayes Elementary

What grades does Hayes Elementary serve?

Hayes Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Hayes Elementary?

Hayes Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hayes Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Hayes Elementary is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hayes Elementary rank in MN?

Hayes Elementary ranks #1,582 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Hayes Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Hayes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hayes Elementary has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hayes Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Hayes Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

72.4% of students at Hayes Elementary 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
40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Anoka County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.8%

District

FRIDLEY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,633
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,928
District Rank
#4 of 7

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