Serving 1,065 students in grades 6-8, Lake Hazel Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,065 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Hazel Middle School's student population of 1,065 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,065 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Hazel Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Hazel Middle School is 0.48, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#239 out of 709 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
5%
1%
White
71%
74%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Hazel Middle School's ranking?
Lake Hazel Middle School is ranked #239 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Lake Hazel Middle School?
1,065 students attend Lake Hazel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Lake Hazel Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Hazel Middle School?
Lake Hazel Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Hazel Middle School offer ?
Lake Hazel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lake Hazel Middle School part of?
Lake Hazel Middle School is part of Joint School District No. 2.
In what neighborhood is Lake Hazel Middle School located?
Lake Hazel Middle School is located in the Southwest Ada County Alliance neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 12 other public schools located in Southwest Ada County Alliance.
School Reviews
3 5/19/2020
The teachers are okay, students are a bit worse, and the academics, they are right on the edge of being bad. Bullying isn't really a problem, but the food, on the other hand, awful. I suggest that if you don't want your kid to eat soggy fries and under cooked pizza, then lunch brought from home is the best option. The sports aren't that great either. The football team this year lost every single game, and it isn't the players' fault it's the coach's. They also pay little to no attention to other sports like cross-country basketball and volleyball. Not to mention the music program is awful as well! The band sounds fine, but the orchestra on the other hand. And once again, it's the teacher's fault, not the students.
5 5/9/2011
I go to this school and i think its academic programs are amazing!They offer many opportunities and i have straight a's so yes our school is great. And the teachers are amazing also they really care about you and will give everyone equal attention!
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