Education details for Hazelwood, MO

Education Levels

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Education Level	Count
No Schooling	221
High School Diploma	4,164
Less than High School	1,975
Bachelor's Degree and Higher	5,060

Impact of Education on Community

Education plays a crucial role in shaping the quality of life and economic conditions of a community. Higher education levels are often associated with better job opportunities, higher income, and improved quality of life. Conversely, lower education levels can contribute to higher crime rates and increased cost of living due to limited economic opportunities. Understanding the educational landscape of an area can provide valuable insights into its social and economic dynamics.

Schools Overview

Explore the educational landscape of the area through detailed information about local schools. This includes data on school levels, teacher and student numbers, diversity, and graduation rates, which can help in evaluating the quality of education available.

Name	Level	Teachers	Students	Teachers/Students	By race	Male/Female	Grad. Rate
EARLY EDUCATION CENTER	Prekindergarten	5	151	1/27	asian: 0 black: 103 hispanic: 2 white: 32 other: 14	95/ 56	None
STEAM ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL	Middle	18	248	1/13	asian: 1 black: 148 hispanic: 13 white: 62 other: 24	121/ 127	None
ARMSTRONG ELEM.	Elementary	25	348	1/13	asian: 0 black: 262 hispanic: 23 white: 38 other: 25	167/ 181	None
GARRETT ELEM.	Elementary	26	326	1/12	asian: 5 black: 191 hispanic: 30 white: 79 other: 21	169/ 157	None
HAZELWOOD WEST HIGH	High	108	None	None	Data not available	Data not available	82.43
MCNAIR ELEM.	Elementary	27	401	1/14	asian: 6 black: 244 hispanic: 21 white: 85 other: 45	218/ 183	None
RUSSELL ELEM.	Elementary	30	409	1/13	asian: 5 black: 251 hispanic: 23 white: 89 other: 41	203/ 206	None
WEST MIDDLE	Middle	46	730	1/15	asian: 9 black: 456 hispanic: 53 white: 157 other: 55	339/ 391	None
WEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER	Prekindergarten	9	92	1/10	asian: 0 black: 54 hispanic: 5 white: 28 other: 5	59/ 33	None

Name: EARLY EDUCATION CENTER

Level: Prekindergarten

Teachers: 5

Students: 151

Teachers/Students: 1/27

By race: asian: 0
black: 103
hispanic: 2
white: 32
other: 14

Male/Female: 95/ 56

Grad. Rate: None

Name: STEAM ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL

Level: Middle

Teachers: 18

Students: 248

Teachers/Students: 1/13

By race: asian: 1
black: 148
hispanic: 13
white: 62
other: 24

Male/Female: 121/ 127

Grad. Rate: None

Name: ARMSTRONG ELEM.

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 25

Students: 348

Teachers/Students: 1/13

By race: asian: 0
black: 262
hispanic: 23
white: 38
other: 25

Male/Female: 167/ 181

Grad. Rate: None

Name: GARRETT ELEM.

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 26

Students: 326

Teachers/Students: 1/12

By race: asian: 5
black: 191
hispanic: 30
white: 79
other: 21

Male/Female: 169/ 157

Grad. Rate: None

Name: HAZELWOOD WEST HIGH

Level: High

Teachers: 108

Students: None

Teachers/Students: None

By race: Data not available

Male/Female: Data not available

Grad. Rate: 82.43

Name: MCNAIR ELEM.

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 27

Students: 401

Teachers/Students: 1/14

By race: asian: 6
black: 244
hispanic: 21
white: 85
other: 45

Male/Female: 218/ 183

Grad. Rate: None

Name: RUSSELL ELEM.

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 30

Students: 409

Teachers/Students: 1/13

By race: asian: 5
black: 251
hispanic: 23
white: 89
other: 41

Male/Female: 203/ 206

Grad. Rate: None

Name: WEST MIDDLE

Level: Middle

Teachers: 46

Students: 730

Teachers/Students: 1/15

By race: asian: 9
black: 456
hispanic: 53
white: 157
other: 55

Male/Female: 339/ 391

Grad. Rate: None

Name: WEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

Level: Prekindergarten

Teachers: 9

Students: 92

Teachers/Students: 1/10

By race: asian: 0
black: 54
hispanic: 5
white: 28
other: 5

Male/Female: 59/ 33

Grad. Rate: None

In Hazelwood, MO, evaluating the educational landscape is crucial for families considering relocation. Here are seven key factors to consider when assessing neighborhood schools: 1. Teacher-to-Student Ratio: A lower ratio indicates more individualized attention for students, which can foster better learning outcomes. For instance, a 1:12 ratio suggests that teachers could more effectively cater to individual learning needs compared to schools with higher ratios. 2. Graduation Rates: High graduation rates are typically reflective of a school’s ability to support students through their educational journey, indicating strong academic and administrative frameworks. 3. Diversity in Schools: Schools with diverse student populations offer enriched cultural experiences and promote inclusivity. This diversity aids in preparing students for a global society and fosters a broad-minded community atmosphere. 4. School Budget and Resources: Adequate funding is crucial, influencing the quality of academic resources, facilities, and extracurricular opportunities available to students. A well-funded school is better positioned to offer comprehensive educational experiences. 5. Academic and Extracurricular Programs: Programs such as advanced coursework, sports, and arts are key to holistic student development. Evaluating these offerings can help align school choices with a child’s interests and strengths. 6. Safety and Environment: The safety of a school environment has direct implications on student well-being and learning efficiency. Factors such as campus security measures and the overall atmosphere are important considerations. 7. School Leadership and Vision: A school’s leadership and its educational philosophy can greatly affect the quality of education and the community sense within the school. Understanding the administrative vision is essential for assessing if the school's goals align with your values. Considering these factors, along with visiting schools and engaging with the community, will provide deeper insights and facilitate informed decisions, ensuring that the chosen educational path aligns with your family's priorities in Hazelwood.