For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,353 students in 60429, IL (there are 3 private schools, serving 141 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 60429, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60429, 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.
Public schools in zipcode 60429 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 60429, IL 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 60429, IL Public Schools (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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60429, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60429, IL include Chateaux School, Highlands Elementary School and Mae Jemison School.
How many public schools are located in 60429?
4 public schools are located in 60429.
What percentage of students in 60429 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 60429 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60429?
60429 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).
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