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Hazelwood Middle School

Middle School · New Albany-Floyd Co Con Sch

1021 Hazelwood Ave, New Albany, IN 47150

Enrollment

810

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

5.1

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,366 of 1,823

In New Albany

#9 of 10

public schools

In district

#13 of 14

New Albany-Floyd Co Con Sch

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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5.1/10

Middle School in New Albany · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hazelwood Middle School

Hazelwood Middle School is a public middle school in New Albany, IN, part of New Albany-Floyd Co Con Sch. Hazelwood Middle School serves approximately 810 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hazelwood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,366 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Hazelwood Middle School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • IN avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Hazelwood Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.5% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.4% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-22.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.4 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected-10.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,175
Chronic Absenteeism33.7%

Hazelwood Middle School — Students at Hazelwood Middle School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
38.8% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 48.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.6% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 39 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
66%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
25%
2025
Math
19.6%
ELA
31.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.6/10.

How Hazelwood Middle School Compares

See how Hazelwood Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
25th percentile in IN
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
65 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1021 Hazelwood Ave, New Albany, IN 47150

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hazelwood Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Clarksville Middle School (rated 5.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Clarksville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Nathaniel Scribner Middle School (rated 5.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New Albany, see our New Albany schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
New Albany Senior High School New Albany 0.2 mi 6.4
Fairmont Elementary School New Albany 0.7 mi 6.7
S Ellen Jones Elementary School New Albany 0.7 mi 4.0
Slate Run Elementary School New Albany 1.1 mi 7.5
CA Early Learning Center New Albany 1.1 mi
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL New Albany 1.4 mi 6.4
OUR LADY OF PROVIDENCE HIGH SCHOOL Clarksville 1.4 mi 6.4
Green Valley Elementary School New Albany 1.5 mi 8.0
Portland Elementary Louisville 1.8 mi 4.2
Mount Tabor Elementary School New Albany 2.1 mi 8.6
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL New Albany 1.8 mi 8.2
Nathaniel Scribner Middle School New Albany 1.9 mi 5.4
Atkinson Academy Louisville 2.5 mi 3.6
Clarksville Elementary School Clarksville 2.1 mi 5.5
The Academy @ Shawnee Louisville 2.7 mi 6.5
Clarksville Middle School Clarksville 2.1 mi 5.5
Clarksville Senior High School Clarksville 2.2 mi 6.5
Indiana Gateway Digital Academy Clarksville 2.3 mi 3.4
Parkwood Elementary School Clarksville 2.5 mi 4.2
Young Elementary Louisville 3.1 mi 3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 47150 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,212

Median Home Value

$191,800

Median Rent

$984/mo

Population

49,606

College Educated

26.5%

Homeownership

62.5%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

14.9%

Median Age

39.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hazelwood Middle School

What grades does Hazelwood Middle School serve?

Hazelwood Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Hazelwood Middle School?

Hazelwood Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 810 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hazelwood Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hazelwood Middle School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hazelwood Middle School rank in IN?

Hazelwood Middle School ranks #1,366 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Hazelwood Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hazelwood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Hazelwood Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hazelwood Middle School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hazelwood Middle School a charter school?

No, Hazelwood Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hazelwood Middle School a Title I school?

No, Hazelwood Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hazelwood Middle School?

57.7% of students at Hazelwood Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
58 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
810
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Floyd County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.7%

District

New Albany-Floyd Co Con Sch
District Enrollment
11,380
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,175
District Rank
#13 of 14

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