Serving 437 students in grades 5-7, Hayden Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Students from the Hayden area typically travel 15-20 minutes, averaging 7.6 miles, with some commuting up to 12.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hayden Middle School's student population of 437 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Build. Create. Succeed.
School Rankings
Hayden Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hayden Middle School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#364 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
2%
31%
White
94%
50%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hayden Middle School's ranking?
Hayden Middle School is ranked #364 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Hayden Middle School often compared to?
Hayden Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Appalachian School, Southeastern School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Hayden Middle School?
437 students attend Hayden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Hayden Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hayden Middle School?
Hayden Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hayden Middle School offer ?
Hayden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hayden Middle School part of?
Hayden Middle School is part of Blount County School District.
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