Serving 363 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hazel Green Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hazel Green Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hazel Green Elementary School's student population of 363 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
363 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Hazel Green Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hazel Green Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#43 out of 1250 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
94%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hazel Green Elementary School's ranking?
Hazel Green Elementary School is ranked #43 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Hazel Green Elementary School?
363 students attend Hazel Green Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Hazel Green Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hazel Green Elementary School?
Hazel Green Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hazel Green Elementary School offer ?
Hazel Green Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hazel Green Elementary School part of?
Hazel Green Elementary School is part of Laurel County School District.
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