Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School vs Garrett Morgan Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kentucky, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School
Lexington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,125 students
Garrett Morgan Elementary
Lexington · Public elementary · Grades K–5
746 students
| Measure | Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School Lexington, Kentucky | Garrett Morgan Elementary Lexington, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #5 of 217 | #59 of 707 |
| National rank | #1597 of 15,369 | #10190 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,125 | 746 |
| Enrollment | 1,125 | 746 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.5% | 32.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 64% |
| city | Lexington | Lexington |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.3 vs 71.6).
- •Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School does better on math proficiency (66% vs 64%).
- •Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 61%).
- •Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.5% vs 32.4%).
- •Garrett Morgan Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 15.0).
- •Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School is the larger school with 1,125 students compared with 746.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School better than Garrett Morgan Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School ranks higher (79.3 vs 71.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School and Garrett Morgan Elementary?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Lexington and Lexington in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School: 1,125. Garrett Morgan Elementary: 746. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School and Garrett Morgan Elementary rank in Kentucky?
Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School is 5th of 217 and Garrett Morgan Elementary is 59th of 707 among middle schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).