Serving 1,994 students in grades 9-12, Hazelwood West High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,994 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hazelwood West High serves the west part of Hazelwood, MO, covering an area of approximately 29.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 5.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hazelwood West High School's student population of 1,994 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,994 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Motto
A Culture of High Expectations and Excellence
School Rankings
Hazelwood West High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hazelwood West High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1324 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
69%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
17%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Graduation Rate
82%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hazelwood West High School's ranking?
Hazelwood West High School is ranked #1324 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Hazelwood West High School often compared to?
Hazelwood West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hazelwood East High School, Hazelwood Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hazelwood West High School?
The graduation rate of Hazelwood West High School is 82%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Hazelwood West High School?
1,994 students attend Hazelwood West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Hazelwood West High School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hazelwood West High School?
Hazelwood West High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hazelwood West High School offer ?
Hazelwood West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hazelwood West High School part of?
Hazelwood West High School is part of Hazelwood School District.
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