Serving 490 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hazelwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hazelwood Elementary serves the southern part of Waynesville, NC, covering an area of approximately 33.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance from the zone's edge being around 7.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hazelwood Elementary School's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
490 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hazelwood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hazelwood Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#765 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
14%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
24%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
5%
4%
Showing 2008–2018. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Plott Hound
School Mascot
The Plott Hound
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hazelwood Elementary School's ranking?
Hazelwood Elementary School is ranked #765 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Hazelwood Elementary School often compared to?
Hazelwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shining Rock Classical Academy, Junaluska Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Hazelwood Elementary School?
490 students attend Hazelwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Hazelwood Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hazelwood Elementary School?
Hazelwood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hazelwood Elementary School offer ?
Hazelwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hazelwood Elementary School part of?
Hazelwood Elementary School is part of Haywood County Schools.
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