Serving 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hazel Park/hilda Knoff School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hazel Park/hilda Knoff School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hazel Park/hilda Knoff School's student population of 413 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 77% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Hazel Park/hilda Knoff School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hazel Park/hilda Knoff School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#709 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
27%
11%
Black
36%
41%
White
34%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hazel Park/hilda Knoff School's ranking?
Hazel Park/hilda Knoff School is ranked #709 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Hazel Park/hilda Knoff School often compared to?
Hazel Park/hilda Knoff Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harahan School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Hazel Park/hilda Knoff School?
413 students attend Hazel Park/hilda Knoff School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Hazel Park/hilda Knoff School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hazel Park/hilda Knoff School?
Hazel Park/hilda Knoff School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hazel Park/hilda Knoff School offer ?
Hazel Park/hilda Knoff School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hazel Park/hilda Knoff School part of?
Hazel Park/hilda Knoff School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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