For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,352 students in Hazel Crest, IL (there are 3 private schools, serving 141 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in Hazel Crest, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Hazel Crest, IL are Chateaux School, Highlands Elementary School and Mae Jemison School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hazel Crest, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Hazel Crest have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hazel Crest, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chateaux School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3600 Chambord Ln
Hazel Crest, IL 60429
(708) 335-9776
Hazel Crest, IL 60429
(708) 335-9776
Gr: PK-5 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Highlands Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3420 Laurel Ln
Hazel Crest, IL 60429
(708) 335-9773
Hazel Crest, IL 60429
(708) 335-9773
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #33.
Mae Jemison School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3450 W 177th St
Hazel Crest, IL 60429
(708) 225-3636
Hazel Crest, IL 60429
(708) 225-3636
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #44.
Jesse C White Learning Academy
(Math: 5% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
16910 S Western Ave
Hazel Crest, IL 60429
(708) 825-2190
Hazel Crest, IL 60429
(708) 825-2190
Gr: PK-8 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Hazel Crest, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1223 173rd St
Hazel Crest, IL 60429
(708) 798-0945
Hazel Crest, IL 60429
(708) 798-0945
Gr: PK-K | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
170th Dixie Hwy
Hazel Crest, IL 60429
(708) 335-0224
Hazel Crest, IL 60429
(708) 335-0224
Gr: 5-6 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hazel Crest, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Hazel Crest, IL include Chateaux School, Highlands Elementary School and Mae Jemison School.
How many public schools are located in Hazel Crest?
4 public schools are located in Hazel Crest.
What percentage of students in Hazel Crest go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in Hazel Crest are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hazel Crest?
Hazel Crest public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Hazel Crest are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Hazel Crest include: Highlands Elementary School vs. Jesse C White Learning Academy, Jesse C White Learning Academy vs. Highlands Elementary School
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