Lexington middle school that is home to more than 870 amazing and diverse students who strive to create a school where everyone belongs.
*Due to SB 181, we don't respond to comments or DMs on this page. Our mission statement charges the faculty and staff with engaging "all learners in a safe and nurturing environment that fosters academic excellence and develops responsible, respectful leaders and citizens." This statement goes beyond school climate - beyond high academic standards - and combines the two to create a developmentally responsive, socially equitable, and academically challenging environment for our students. Hayes continues to be one of the most technologically advanced middle schools in Kentucky. With 1:1 technology, every student has their own Chromebook for daily use. In addition, every classroom is equipped with an interactive flat panel computer and a projector. Hayes has become one of the largest middle schools in the state and earned a reputation for its caring, nurturing environment, its dedication to academic excellence, and mission to develop responsible, respectful leaders. Hayes’ student population is composed of approximately 1,080 students from high, middle and low- income neighborhoods ranging from suburban to rural communities. Currently 43% of our students qualify for free/reduced lunch. English is our school’s primary language, with a steady increase in our English Language Learners population. 23 different languages are now spoken in our school, which is the highest number in our school’s history. We also are the program school for the district's middle school deaf and hard of hearing students and staff. Based on the Spring 2025 MAP results for our district, our students had the lowest percentage of students scoring novice in reading, and the lowest percentage of students scoring novice in math. We had the highest percentage of students scoring proficient and distinguished in reading (71%) and the highest percentage of students scoring proficient and distinguished in math (71%). Our school is proud of the numerous academic, leadership, and extracurricular opportunities offered to our students. We have a wide range of academic programming, including our Accelerated Learning Program and Academy Preparation Program. We offer accelerated courses in language arts, math, science, social studies, and Spanish. These courses offer a rigorous curriculum that prepares students for Advanced Placement courses in high school. Our Academy Preparation Program offers courses aligned to specific high school specialized programs. Students select these courses, which assists them in finding their chosen pathways for high school. Each of these courses offer measurable outcomes for students, including industry certifications, high school credits, or performance portfolios. Our school is proud to offer six high school credit courses to our students. Hayes students also have a wide range of leadership opportunities to pursue. We offer a pre-teaching pathway for students interested in education as a possible career. We also offer Beta Club, KYA, KUNA, and student council as leadership opportunities for our students. Finally, we partner with several community agencies to offer support skills, social skills, and counseling services to our students. These include the Kentucky Center for Grieving Families and Children, Andrews Counseling, University of Kentucky Children's Hospital, My SisterKeeper, Panther Men of Quality, and It Takes a Village.
