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Hazelwood Elementary School

Elementary School · Middlesex Borough School District

800 HAZELWOOD AVENUE, Middlesex, NJ 08846

Enrollment

225

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

2.4

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,463 of 2,466

In Middlesex

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

Middlesex Borough School District

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Hazelwood Elementary School

2.4/10

Elementary School in Middlesex · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hazelwood Elementary School

Hazelwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Middlesex, NJ, part of Middlesex Borough School District. Hazelwood Elementary School serves approximately 225 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hazelwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,463 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Hazelwood Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.1 pts below district
  • This school 2.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.5
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-28.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-18.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-28.5 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-31.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,484
Chronic Absenteeism17.8%

Hazelwood Elementary School — Students at Hazelwood Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 61.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 30 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
74.5%
ELA
64.5%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
74.5%
2011
Math
84.5%
ELA
84.5%
2012
Math
95%
ELA
84.5%
2013
Math
74.5%
ELA
74.5%
2014
Math
34.5%
ELA
44.5%
2015
Math
64.5%
ELA
44.5%
2016
Math
54.5%
ELA
64.5%
2017
Math
44.5%
ELA
64.5%
2018
Math
54.5%
ELA
64.5%
2019
Math
54.5%
ELA
64.5%
2020*
Math
34.5%
2021*
Math
34.5%
2022
Math
69.5%
ELA
69.5%
2024
Math
55.3%
ELA
45.9%
2025
Math
29.2%
ELA
15.4%

* 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: 1.1/10.

How Hazelwood Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
2.4/10
0th percentile in NJ
Academic
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.8%

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

800 HAZELWOOD AVENUE, Middlesex, NJ 08846

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hazelwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Irene E. Feldkirchner Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Green Brook), which scores notably higher. Another option is Elizabeth Avenue School (rated 8.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Somerset), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Parker Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Middlesex, see our Middlesex schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Von E. Mauger Middle School Middlesex 0.4 mi 6.5
Woodland Intermediate School Middlesex 0.4 mi 4.0
Watchung Elementary School Middlesex 0.4 mi 4.1
Middlesex High School Middlesex 1.2 mi 6.4
Community Middle School Bound Brook 1.3 mi 8.4
Bound Brook High School Bound Brook 1.3 mi 5.1
Smalley Elementary School Bound Brook 1.3 mi 6.5
Lafayette Elementary School Bound Brook 1.4 mi 5.9
Parker Elementary School Middlesex 1.5 mi 7.7
Robert Morris School South Bound Brook Boe 1.7 mi 6.3
LaMonte-Annex Elementary School Bound Brook 1.6 mi 7.0
Angelo L. Tomaso School Warren 2.0 mi 5.6
Elizabeth Avenue School Somerset 2.5 mi 8.0
Grandview Elementary School Piscataway 2.2 mi 4.7
Irene E. Feldkirchner Elementary School Green Brook 2.6 mi 9.1
SADIQ SCHOOL Somerset 3.1 mi
SOMERSET BIBLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN AC Somerset 3.1 mi 6.2
Knollwood Elementary School Piscataway 3.0 mi 4.5
Piscataway Township Schools Children's Corner Piscataway 2.7 mi 4.8
John P. Faber Elementary School Dunellen 2.5 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08846 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,063

Median Home Value

$414,600

Median Rent

$1,493/mo

Population

14,518

College Educated

34.5%

Homeownership

72.6%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

44.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hazelwood Elementary School

What grades does Hazelwood Elementary School serve?

Hazelwood Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Hazelwood Elementary School?

Hazelwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 225 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Hazelwood Elementary School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hazelwood Elementary School rank in NJ?

Hazelwood Elementary School ranks #2,463 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Hazelwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hazelwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 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 Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hazelwood Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hazelwood Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Hazelwood Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

26.2% of students at Hazelwood Elementary 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
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.8%

District

Middlesex Borough School District
District Enrollment
2,095
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,484
District Rank
#6 of 6

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