Hazelwood West High vs Russell Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hazelwood West High
Hazelwood · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,994 students
Russell Elem.
Hazelwood · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
373 students
| Measure | Hazelwood West High Hazelwood, Missouri | Russell Elem. Hazelwood, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #414 of 497 | #814 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #12655 of 16,910 | #32076 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,994 | 373 |
| Enrollment | 1,994 | 373 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 20.3 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 34% |
| city | Hazelwood | Hazelwood |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Russell Elem. scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.8 vs 33.0).
- •Russell Elem. does better on math proficiency (34% vs 31%).
- •Hazelwood West High does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 44%).
- •Russell Elem. does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 20.3).
- •Hazelwood West High is the larger school with 1,994 students compared with 373.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hazelwood West High better than Russell Elem.?
On the Success Index (US), Russell Elem. ranks higher (39.8 vs 33.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Hazelwood West High and Russell Elem.?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Hazelwood and Hazelwood in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hazelwood West High: 1,994. Russell Elem.: 373. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hazelwood West High and Russell Elem. rank in Missouri?
Hazelwood West High is 414th of 497 and Russell Elem. is 814th of 1,159 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).