Serving 228 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Lane Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lane Elementary School serves the southeast part of Alsip, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lane Elementary School's student population of 228 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
228 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to provide all students with a diverse and respectful environment in order to equip them with the skills and mindset to strive for excellence to take on the world.
School Rankings
Lane Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lane Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2315 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
46%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
28%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
19%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Lane Elementary School is ranked #2315 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lane Elementary School?
228 students attend Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Lane Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lane Elementary School?
Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lane Elementary School offer ?
Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Lane Elementary School part of?
Lane Elementary School is part of Alsip-Hazlgrn-Oaklwn SD 126 School District.
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