Serving 498 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hazelwood Elementary Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hazelwood Elementary Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hazelwood Elementary Middle School's student population of 498 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Hazelwood Elementary Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hazelwood Elementary Middle School is 0.23, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1325 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
10%
23%
Black
87%
33%
White
1%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hazelwood Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Hazelwood Elementary Middle School is ranked #1325 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Hazelwood Elementary Middle School often compared to?
Hazelwood Elementary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenmount Elementary Middle School, Vanguard Collegiate Middle School, Elmwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Hazelwood Elementary Middle School?
498 students attend Hazelwood Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Hazelwood Elementary Middle School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hazelwood Elementary Middle School?
Hazelwood Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hazelwood Elementary Middle School offer ?
Hazelwood Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hazelwood Elementary Middle School part of?
Hazelwood Elementary Middle School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Hazelwood Elementary Middle School located?
Hazelwood Elementary Middle School is located in the Frankford neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 4 other public schools located in Frankford.
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