Serving 379 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hazel Dell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hazel Dell Elementary School's student population of 379 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hazel Dell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hazel Dell Elementary School is 0.67, which is less 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
#1549 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
33%
26%
Black
4%
5%
White
46%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hazel Dell Elementary School's ranking?
Hazel Dell Elementary School is ranked #1549 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Hazel Dell Elementary School often compared to?
Hazel Dell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salmon Creek Elementary School, Vancouver School Of Arts And Academics by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Hazel Dell Elementary School?
379 students attend Hazel Dell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Hazel Dell Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hazel Dell Elementary School?
Hazel Dell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hazel Dell Elementary School offer ?
Hazel Dell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hazel Dell Elementary School part of?
Hazel Dell Elementary School is part of Vancouver School District.
In what neighborhood is Hazel Dell Elementary School located?
Hazel Dell Elementary School is located in the Hazel Dell South neighborhood of Vancouver, WA.
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