Average
#2389 of 3,192 schools in MI
Hazel Park Junior High School
Middle School · Hazel Park School District of the City of
22770 HIGHLAND AVE, Hazel Park, MI 48030
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,389 of 3,192
In Hazel Park
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#4 of 11
Hazel Park School District of the City of
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Hazel Park Junior High School
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About Hazel Park Junior High School
Hazel Park Junior High School is a public middle school in Hazel Park, MI, part of Hazel Park School District of the City of. Hazel Park Junior High School serves approximately 434 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Hazel Park Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,389 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Hazel Park Junior High School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- MI avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
62% of students at Hazel Park Junior High 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
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Hazel Park Junior High School — Students at Hazel Park Junior High School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.8/10.
How Hazel Park Junior High School Compares
See how Hazel Park Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
22770 HIGHLAND AVE, Hazel Park, MI 48030
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hazel Park Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Madison District Early Childhood Education Center (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Madison Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is Greenfield Union ElementaryMiddle School (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Detroit), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oakland Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Royal Oak), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hazel Park, see our Hazel Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,878
Median Home Value
$141,200
Median Rent
$1,221/mo
Population
14,945
College Educated
25.1%
Homeownership
61.6%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
36.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hazel Park Junior High School
What grades does Hazel Park Junior High School serve?
Hazel Park Junior High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Hazel Park Junior High School?
Hazel Park Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 434 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hazel Park Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hazel Park Junior High School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hazel Park Junior High School rank in MI?
Hazel Park Junior High School ranks #2,389 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Hazel Park Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hazel Park Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Hazel Park Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hazel Park Junior High School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hazel Park Junior High School a charter school?
No, Hazel Park Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hazel Park Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Hazel Park Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hazel Park Junior High School?
80.4% of students at Hazel Park Junior High 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 434
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Oakland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.8%
- Phone
- (248) 658-2300
Resources & Links
District
Hazel Park School District of the City of- District Enrollment
- 2,910
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,812
- District Rank
- #4 of 11
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