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#180 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 8% in state

Hazelwood Elementary School

Elementary School · Renton School District

7100 116th Ave SE, Newcastle, WA 98056

Enrollment

462

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#180 of 2,228

In Newcastle

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 27

Renton School District

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Hazelwood Elementary School

8.8/10

Elementary School in Newcastle · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Newcastle Elementary School

9.0/10

Newcastle, WA. Compare side by side with Hazelwood Elementary School before ruling this option in or out.

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6.5/10

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About Hazelwood Elementary School

Hazelwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Newcastle, WA, part of Renton School District. Hazelwood Elementary School serves approximately 462 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hazelwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #180 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Hazelwood Elementary School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.4
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency78.1% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74.1% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+26.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+25.7 pts
Overall Proficiency76% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,241
Chronic Absenteeism29.7%

Hazelwood Elementary School — Students at Hazelwood Elementary School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 72.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 74.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
59%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
66%
ELA
75%
2018
Math
69%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
69%
ELA
69%
2022
Math
65.3%
ELA
67%
2024
Math
77.5%
ELA
74.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How Hazelwood Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.8/10
92th percentile in WA
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.7%

Location

7100 116th Ave SE, Newcastle, WA 98056

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hazelwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Island Park Elementary (rated 9.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Mercer Island), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Somerset Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Bellevue), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Newcastle Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Newcastle, see our Newcastle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Vera Risdon Middle School Newcastle 0.2 mi 6.5
NEW LIFE MONTESSORI Newcastle 0.7 mi
Newport Heights Elementary Bellevue 1.2 mi 8.9
Kennydale Elementary School Renton 1.5 mi 7.3
Newcastle Elementary School Newcastle 1.4 mi 9.0
Meadow Crest Early Childhood Education Center Renton 2.0 mi 5.3
Sierra Heights Elementary School Renton 1.8 mi 5.1
Griffin Home Renton 1.9 mi
Newport Senior High School Bellevue 2.1 mi 8.6
McKnight Middle School Renton 2.2 mi 5.6
ST MADELEINE SOPHIE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bellevue 2.1 mi 7.5
NEWPORT CHILDREN'S SCHOOL, INC. Bellevue 2.3 mi 7.6
FOREST RIDGE SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART Bellevue 2.0 mi 8.4
NORTHWEST YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL Mercer Island 2.2 mi 6.9
Somerset Elementary School Bellevue 2.3 mi 9.3
Island Park Elementary Mercer Island 2.1 mi 9.7
Highlands Elementary School Renton 3.0 mi 5.0
Islander Middle School Mercer Island 2.1 mi 8.2
UNITED SEATTLE&BELLEVUE KOREAN SCH BELLEVUE CAMPUS Bellevue 2.7 mi 3.1
Tyee Middle School Bellevue 2.8 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98056 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,596

Median Home Value

$726,300

Median Rent

$1,992/mo

Population

36,872

College Educated

44.1%

Homeownership

55%

Avg Commute

28.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

38.8

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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 Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Hazelwood Elementary School?

Hazelwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 462 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Hazelwood Elementary School is 17.1:1. 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 WA?

Hazelwood Elementary School ranks #180 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Hazelwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hazelwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

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?

19.0% 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Hazelwood Elementary School stack up?

Newcastle Elementary School
9.0

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.7%

District

Renton School District
District Enrollment
15,081
Schools in District
31
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,241
District Rank
#2 of 27

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