MAX S HAYES HIGH SCHOOL

Max S Hayes High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Cleveland Municipal school district, located in Cleveland, OH with about 664 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 55 teachers, Max S Hayes High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Max S. Hayes High School, located in the Cudell neighborhood of Cleveland, Ohio, is a specialized career-technical education (CTE) school within the Cleveland Metropolitan School District. Unlike a traditional comprehensive high school, Max S. Hayes is designed to bridge the gap between secondary education and the professional workforce. The school’s curriculum is centered around hands-on, industry-aligned training, offering students the opportunity to earn professional certifications, licenses, and college credits before graduation. Their facility is state-of-the-art, featuring specialized labs and workshops that mimic modern workplace environments to ensure students gain practical experience in high-demand fields.

The school’s academic model is rooted in the belief that career readiness and college preparation are not mutually exclusive. Students typically spend part of their day engaged in core academic coursework and the other part immersed in career pathways such as advanced manufacturing, automotive technology, construction, and digital media. By fostering strong partnerships with local businesses and trade unions, Max S. Hayes provides students with robust internship and apprenticeship opportunities. This approach aims to equip graduates with both the technical expertise to enter the workforce immediately and the academic foundation necessary for post-secondary education, ultimately preparing them for long-term career success.

For more information, contact Max S Hayes High School at (216) 838-9400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.