Serving 341 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hazel Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hazel Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hazel Grove Elementary School's student population of 341 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hazel Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hazel Grove Elementary School is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#418 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
22%
15%
White
63%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hazel Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Hazel Grove Elementary School is ranked #418 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Hazel Grove Elementary School?
341 students attend Hazel Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Hazel Grove Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hazel Grove Elementary School?
Hazel Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hazel Grove Elementary School offer ?
Hazel Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hazel Grove Elementary School part of?
Hazel Grove Elementary School is part of Lee's Summit R-VII School District.
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