Serving 330 students in grades 3-5, Hayward Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hayward Elementary School's student population of 330 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hayward Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hayward Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#702 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
26%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
72%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hayward Elementary School's ranking?
Hayward Elementary School is ranked #702 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Hayward Elementary School?
330 students attend Hayward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Hayward Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hayward Elementary School?
Hayward Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hayward Elementary School offer ?
Hayward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hayward Elementary School part of?
Hayward Elementary School is part of Nebraska City School District.
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