Serving 434 students in grades 6-8, Hazel Park Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hazel Park Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Hazel Park Junior High School's student population of 434 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hazel Park Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hazel Park Junior High School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2552 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
46%
18%
White
40%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hazel Park Junior High School's ranking?
Hazel Park Junior High School is ranked #2552 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hazel Park Junior High School often compared to?
Hazel Park Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like United Oaks Elementary School, Webber School, Wilkinson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hazel Park Junior High School?
434 students attend Hazel Park Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Hazel Park Junior High School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hazel Park Junior High School?
Hazel Park Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hazel Park Junior High School offer ?
Hazel Park Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hazel Park Junior High School part of?
Hazel Park Junior High School is part of Hazel Park School District Of The City Of.
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