Serving 2,144 students in grades 9-12, Hazelwood West High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,144 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hazelwood West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hazelwood West High School's student population of 2,144 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,144 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hazelwood West High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hazelwood West High School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1546 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
65%
15%
White
25%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hazelwood West High School's ranking?
Hazelwood West High School is ranked #1546 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Hazelwood West High School often compared to?
Hazelwood West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hazelwood Central High School, Hazelwood East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hazelwood West High School?
The graduation rate of Hazelwood West High School is 79%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Hazelwood West High School?
2,144 students attend Hazelwood West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Hazelwood West High School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hazelwood West High School?
Hazelwood West High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hazelwood West High School offer ?
Hazelwood West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hazelwood West High School part of?
Hazelwood West High School is part of Hazelwood School District.
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