Serving 930 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hazelwood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 930 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hazelwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hazelwood Elementary School's student population of 930 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
930 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Hazelwood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hazelwood Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#714 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
17%
15%
Black
30%
21%
White
37%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hazelwood Elementary School's ranking?
Hazelwood Elementary School is ranked #714 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Hazelwood Elementary School often compared to?
Hazelwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pisgah Elementary School, Glenellen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Hazelwood Elementary School?
930 students attend Hazelwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Hazelwood Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
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 Tennessee 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 Montgomery County School District.
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