Serving 537 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hazel Grove Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hazel Grove Elementary serves the west part of Kansas City, KS, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hazel Grove Elementary School's student population of 537 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hazel Grove Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hazel Grove Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1037 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
48%
23%
Black
25%
7%
White
9%
60%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.7%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hazel Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Hazel Grove Elementary School is ranked #1037 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Hazel Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Hazel Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John F Kennedy Elementary School, Frances Willard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Hazel Grove Elementary School?
537 students attend Hazel Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Hazel Grove Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hazel Grove Elementary School?
Hazel Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hazel Grove Elementary School offer ?
Hazel Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hazel Grove Elementary School part of?
Hazel Grove Elementary School is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Hazel Grove Elementary School located?
Hazel Grove Elementary School is located in the Bethel Welborn neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 2 other public schools located in Bethel Welborn.
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