Serving 798 students in grades 5-8, Hazelwood Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 798 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hazelwood Middle School serves the entire 149 square mile district in New Albany, IN, with students typically living 10-15 minutes away and the furthest edges of the zone reaching up to 14.4 miles from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance area is approximately 7.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hazelwood Middle School's student population of 798 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
798 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hazelwood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hazelwood Middle School is 0.59, which is more 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
#1297 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
19%
14%
White
60%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hazelwood Middle School's ranking?
Hazelwood Middle School is ranked #1297 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Hazelwood Middle School often compared to?
Hazelwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nathaniel Scribner Middle School, Highland Hills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Hazelwood Middle School?
798 students attend Hazelwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Hazelwood Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hazelwood Middle School?
Hazelwood Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hazelwood Middle School offer ?
Hazelwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hazelwood Middle School part of?
Hazelwood Middle School is part of New Albany-Floyd Co Con School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
I have had 3 kiddos who have attended all 4 years at Hazelwood middle school, all at different times. They have all had great experiences with the teachers and staff, as have I. Would never have had them at any other school!
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