Serving 524 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hazelwood Elementary Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hazelwood Elementary Middle School's student population of 524 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
524 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Hazelwood Elementary Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hazelwood Elementary Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1310 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
10%
24%
Black
85%
32%
White
2%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hazelwood Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Hazelwood Elementary Middle School is ranked #1310 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Hazelwood Elementary Middle School often compared to?
Hazelwood Elementary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vanguard Collegiate Middle School, Glenmount Elementary Middle School, Elmwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Hazelwood Elementary Middle School?
524 students attend Hazelwood Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Hazelwood Elementary Middle School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hazelwood Elementary Middle School?
Hazelwood Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hazelwood Elementary Middle School offer ?
Hazelwood Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hazelwood Elementary Middle School part of?
Hazelwood Elementary Middle School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Hazelwood Elementary Middle School located?
Hazelwood Elementary Middle School is located in the Frankford neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 4 other public schools located in Frankford.
School Reviews
Review Hazelwood Elementary Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Gifted, Honors, and Advanced Tracks: Are They Accessible or Just Advertised?
Learn how to evaluate gifted, honors, and advanced academic programs in public schools, including admission criteria, equity, and the questions every parent should ask.
Algebra Readiness: What Parents Should Ask Before Middle School
Discover how to determine if your child is ready for algebra before middle school, including the questions parents should ask and the skills students need to succeed.
How to Evaluate Reading Instruction in Your Zoned Elementary School
Learn how to evaluate reading instruction in your neighborhood elementary school by recognizing effective literacy practices, asking the right questions, and understanding what quality reading instruction looks like.
