For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,380 students in Hays, KS (there are 3 private schools, serving 531 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in Hays, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Hays, KS are Kathryn O'loughlin Mccarthy Elementary School, Woodrow Wilson Elementary School and Roosevelt Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hays, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Kansas public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Hays have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hays, KS (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kathryn O'loughlin Mccarthy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1401 Hall
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2510
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2510
Grades: K-5
| 384 students
Rank: #22.
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 E 28th
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2550
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2550
Grades: K-5
| 384 students
Rank: #33.
Roosevelt Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2000 Macarthur
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2520
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2520
Grades: K-5
| 385 students
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1906 Ash
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2500
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2500
Grades: PK-5
| 376 students
Rank: #55.
Hays Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 W. 29th
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2450
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2450
Grades: 6-8
| 739 students
Rank: #66.
Hays High School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2300 E 13th
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2600
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2600
Grades: 9-12
| 959 students
Rank: n/an/a
Hays Virtual School
Magnet School
201 E 7th St
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2400
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2400
Grades: K-12
| 153 students
Hays, Kansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
892 Munjor Main
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2630
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2630
Grades: K-5
| 33 students
305 Main
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2540
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 623-2540
Grades: PK-5
| 129 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hays, KS?
The top ranked public schools in Hays, KS include Kathryn O'loughlin Mccarthy Elementary School, Woodrow Wilson Elementary School and Roosevelt Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hays?
7 public schools are located in Hays.
What percentage of students in Hays go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in Hays are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hays?
Hays public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Hays are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Hays include: Roosevelt Elementary School vs. Woodrow Wilson Elementary School, Kathryn O'loughlin Mccarthy Elementary School vs. Woodrow Wilson Elementary School, Woodrow Wilson Elementary School vs. Kathryn O'loughlin Mccarthy Elementary School
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