Serving 913 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hazel Green Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 913 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hazel Green Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hazel Green Elementary School's student population of 913 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
913 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hazel Green Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hazel Green Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#187 out of 1285 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
14%
32%
White
65%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hazel Green Elementary School's ranking?
Hazel Green Elementary School is ranked #187 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Hazel Green Elementary School?
913 students attend Hazel Green Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Hazel Green Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hazel Green Elementary School?
Hazel Green Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hazel Green Elementary School offer ?
Hazel Green Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hazel Green Elementary School part of?
Hazel Green Elementary School is part of Madison County School District.
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