Serving 304 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hayes Cooper Center ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hayes Cooper Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hayes Cooper Center's student population of 304 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1990
School Rankings
Hayes Cooper Center ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hayes Cooper Center is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#153 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
43%
45%
White
46%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hayes Cooper Center's ranking?
Hayes Cooper Center is ranked #153 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Hayes Cooper Center often compared to?
Hayes Cooper Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Bell Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Hayes Cooper Center?
304 students attend Hayes Cooper Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Hayes Cooper Center students are White, 43% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hayes Cooper Center?
Hayes Cooper Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hayes Cooper Center offer ?
Hayes Cooper Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hayes Cooper Center part of?
Hayes Cooper Center is part of Cleveland School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school has the advantage of selecting students, and sending them back to the feeder schools if they do not meet performance or behavior standards. All of the top students in the district are transferred to this school. It has been my observation that the teachers are not doing any better job teaching than those in the other schools within the district with much less advantaged students. How easy it is to be successful with all the more able students! The teaching skills are average.
5 10/10/2025
Hayes Cooper Center is an excellent school. The teachers are caring people who dedicate many extra hours after school and on weekends to developing high quality units of instruction for their students. Families choose for their children to attend HCC, HCC doesn't choose them! There are many misconceptions about HCC. Why don't you visit and find out the truth for yourself? If you are looking for a school that will offer your child a rigorous curriculum and a loving atmosphere, HCC is for you!!
5 10/10/2025
I love this school I have all A's
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