Serving 370 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hazel Dell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hazel Dell Elementary School serves the eastern part of Vancouver, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located 2.7 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hazel Dell Elementary School's student population of 370 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hazel Dell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hazel Dell Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1426 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
37%
27%
Black
4%
5%
White
42%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hazel Dell Elementary School's ranking?
Hazel Dell Elementary School is ranked #1426 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Hazel Dell Elementary School often compared to?
Hazel Dell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salmon Creek Elementary School, Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Hazel Dell Elementary School?
370 students attend Hazel Dell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Hazel Dell Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hazel Dell Elementary School?
Hazel Dell Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hazel Dell Elementary School offer ?
Hazel Dell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hazel Dell Elementary School part of?
Hazel Dell Elementary School is part of Vancouver School District.
In what neighborhood is Hazel Dell Elementary School located?
Hazel Dell Elementary School is located in the Hazel Dell South neighborhood of Vancouver, WA.
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