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Hazel Valley Elementary School

Public | PK-6 | 597 students
 

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Posted Friday, June 14, 2013
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Hazel valley was great! Went there in the 1970s! Mr. Greer was my favorite teacher!

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Posted March 14, 2013
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I love hazel Valley I know that my kids are receiving all there teachings and requirements at there standard and it feels great to know that my kids are at a great school.Thank You Hazel Valley..
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Posted October 18, 2007
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My daughter was a temporary student from overseas. I found this school very supportive of her education and left room for the parents to be involved.
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Posted February 28, 2007
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My daughter has attended here for 3 years. She is now in the 2nd grade. I have been amazed at how the teachers have kept her accountable for homework but all the time being postive. She was excited last year to be invited to go to summer school for the reading first program. In that summer she blossomed. She is now a very confident reader. She loves her teachers and that she has many friends of many cultures. I am looking forward to my son joining her next year for kindergarten.
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Posted July 4, 2006
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My kids have just finished the 1st and 3rd grade at Hazel Valley. They both love going to Hazel Valley. I have been very pleased with the whole administration at Hazel Valley. Especially my sons teacher Mrs. James. She is an excellent teacher. She kept my son on track and alsways informed me of what was going on with my son and the classroom. I have been very pleased with Hazel valley.
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Posted January 31, 2006
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My son has only attended for about a month but already I have seen a positive change in his behavior, attitude and academics. He was having major problems at his old school regarding his behavior in class, attitude toward teachers and students alike and not caring about his work. He is now showing improved respect for both students and teachers and cares about how he applies himself. The only thing I have found that I don't agree with is the lack of music and P.E. for Kindergarteners. I think they should be able to share the music and P.E. times with the rest of the grades.
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Posted September 9, 2005
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My children attended K and 1st at Hazel Valley. I find the staff very dedicated and have been amazed at music and PE events that showed off activities. Very diverse student population offering many cultures and ethnicities.
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Posted September 2, 2005
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This is an awesome school with great teachers and staff.
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Posted November 16, 2004
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All my children attended Hazel Valley. The teachers are caring and helpful. My children thrived and are now doing excellent in middle school and high school.
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Posted August 26, 2003
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my son was yelled at by his teacher and had been 'grabbed' out of frustration by another teacher! when he was picked up,no one asked for I.D. on the first day of school last year i went in the office to give him his medicine, no I.D or even asking of my name..handed me a cup and showed me the water faucet!Absolutely terrible!
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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

84 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
56%

2011

 
 
58%

2010

 
 
43%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 69% in 2012.

84 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
41%

2011

 
 
61%

2010

 
 
61%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests

In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 59% in 2012.

83 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
52%

2011

 
 
49%

2010

 
 
35%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

82 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
49%

2010

 
 
44%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 61% in 2012.

82 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
51%

2011

 
 
28%

2010

 
 
38%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests

In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 64% in 2012.

78 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
57%

2011

 
 
49%

2010

 
 
40%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

78 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
52%

2011

 
 
43%

2010

 
 
53%
Science

The state average for Science was 66% in 2012.

78 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
47%

2011

 
 
28%

2010

 
 
18%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests

In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 62% in 2012.

78 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
73%

2011

 
 
61%

2010

 
 
41%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

79 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
62%

2011

 
 
64%

2010

 
 
49%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests

In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students56%
Female48%
Male64%
Blackn/a
Asian68%
Asian/Pacific Islander67%
Hispanic45%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White83%
Low income52%
Not low income75%
Special educationn/a
Not special education61%
Limited English31%
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students41%
Female40%
Male43%
Blackn/a
Asian53%
Asian/Pacific Islander57%
Hispanic30%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White67%
Low income37%
Not low income63%
Special educationn/a
Not special education46%
Limited English23%
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests

In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students52%
Female38%
Male62%
Blackn/a
Asian92%
Asian/Pacific Islander92%
Hispanic43%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White48%
Low income47%
Not low income72%
Special educationn/a
Not special education54%
Limited English22%
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students70%
Female71%
Male69%
Blackn/a
Asian92%
Asian/Pacific Islander92%
Hispanic62%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White76%
Low income66%
Not low income83%
Special educationn/a
Not special education75%
Limited English29%
Migrantn/a

Writing

All Students51%
Female56%
Male47%
Blackn/a
Asian69%
Asian/Pacific Islander69%
Hispanic44%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White62%
Low income46%
Not low income67%
Special educationn/a
Not special education53%
Limited English24%
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests

In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students57%
Female68%
Male47%
Blackn/a
Asian59%
Asian/Pacific Islander53%
Hispanic51%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
Whiten/a
Low income52%
Not low income74%
Special education14%
Not special education66%
Limited English9%
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students52%
Female61%
Male44%
Blackn/a
Asian41%
Asian/Pacific Islander42%
Hispanic49%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
Whiten/a
Low income47%
Not low income68%
Special education7%
Not special education61%
Limited English22%
Migrantn/a

Science

All Students47%
Female53%
Male42%
Blackn/a
Asian47%
Asian/Pacific Islander42%
Hispanic43%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
Whiten/a
Low income44%
Not low income58%
Special education14%
Not special education54%
Limited English9%
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests

In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students73%
Female77%
Male68%
Blackn/a
Asian85%
Asian/Pacific Islander86%
Hispanic71%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White82%
Low income67%
Not low income94%
Special education15%
Not special education84%
Limited English42%
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students62%
Female66%
Male57%
Blackn/a
Asian69%
Asian/Pacific Islander64%
Hispanic56%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White82%
Low income56%
Not low income82%
Special education15%
Not special education71%
Limited English25%
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests

In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 42% 18%
White 26% 63%
Asian 15% 7%
Two or more races 7% 5%
Black 6% 5%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 2% 1%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 2%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 163%N/A40%
Special education 212%N/A13%
Transitional bilingual 232%N/A8%
Source: 1 NCES, 2010-2011
Source: 2 WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per classroom teacher 17N/A17
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Average years educational experience 11N/A12
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree or higher 61%N/A66%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

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