Serving 478 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hazelwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hazelwood Elementary School serves the northern part of Renton, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 5.1 square miles. Families within the zone typically have a short drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hazelwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hazelwood Elementary School's student population of 478 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Hazelwood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hazelwood Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#271 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
29%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
42%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hazelwood Elementary School's ranking?
Hazelwood Elementary School is ranked #271 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Hazelwood Elementary School often compared to?
Hazelwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kennydale Elementary School, Newport Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Hazelwood Elementary School?
478 students attend Hazelwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Hazelwood Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hazelwood Elementary School?
Hazelwood Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hazelwood Elementary School offer ?
Hazelwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hazelwood Elementary School part of?
Hazelwood Elementary School is part of Renton School District.
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