Serving 413 students in grades 6-8, Hazel Park Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hazel Park Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Hazel Park, MI, covering approximately 3.8 square miles. Most students live within a typical 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hazel Park Junior High School's student population of 413 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
413 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
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School Rankings
Hazel Park Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hazel Park Junior High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2558 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
35%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
45%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
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Asian
1%
4%
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Hispanic
3%
9%
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Black
51%
18%
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White
43%
63%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hazel Park Junior High School's ranking?
Hazel Park Junior High School is ranked #2558 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hazel Park Junior High School often compared to?
Hazel Park Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilkinson Middle School, United Oaks Elementary School, Webber School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hazel Park Junior High School?
413 students attend Hazel Park Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Hazel Park Junior High School students are Black, 43% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hazel Park Junior High School?
Hazel Park Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hazel Park Junior High School offer ?
Hazel Park Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hazel Park Junior High School part of?
Hazel Park Junior High School is part of Hazel Park School District Of The City Of.
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