For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,353 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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hazel Crest, IL (2026)
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 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 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 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1
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 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
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 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (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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