Best Schools in Alsip, Illinois
7 schools · 4 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Alsip by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Hamlin Upper Grade Center
Middle · Atwood Heights Sd 125. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Hazelgreen Elem School
Elementary · Alsip-hazlgrn-oaklwn Sd 126. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Prairie JR High School
Middle · Alsip-hazlgrn-oaklwn Sd 126. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Alsip for 2026 are Hamlin Upper Grade Center (6.1/10), Hazelgreen Elem School (5.8/10), and Prairie JR High School (5.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$200,600
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$200,600
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Alsip
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hamlin Upper Grade Center | 6.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Hazelgreen Elem School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Prairie JR High School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Stony Creek Elem School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 5 | George Washington Elementary Sch | 5.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Lane Elem School | 4.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $66,555
- Median home value
- $200,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Alsip compares
Illinois rank
#342 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.9
below Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$67k
81% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
7
About Schools in Alsip, Illinois
Alsip, Illinois is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools.
With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Alsip show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Alsip is Hamlin Upper Grade Center with a composite score of 6.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Alsip is served by 3 school districts: Alsip-Hazlgrn-Oaklwn SD 126, Atwood Heights SD 125, Cook County SD 130. These districts collectively serve 5,109 students.
Alsip's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,555. The poverty rate in the area is 10.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 291 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.8 |
| 2 | 602 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.6 |
| 3 | 244 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.0 |
| 4 | 226 students · Kindergarten–6th | 4.2 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 193 students · 6th–8th | 6.1 |
| 2 | 336 students · 7th–8th | 5.8 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 117 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.0 |
Schools in Alsip
Alsip, Illinois · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$66,555
Median Home Value
$200,600
Median Rent
$1,113/mo
Population
22,089
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Community Profile
Alsip has a median household income of $66,555. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $200,600, with a median rent of $1,113/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.8%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 2
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Alsip, Illinois
How many schools are in Alsip, Illinois?
Alsip has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Alsip, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Alsip is 5.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Alsip, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Alsip on MySchoolScout is Hamlin Upper Grade Center with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Alsip, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Alsip on MySchoolScout is Hazelgreen Elem School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Alsip, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Alsip on MySchoolScout is Hamlin Upper Grade Center with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Alsip, Illinois?
Alsip is served by 3 school districts: Alsip-hazlgrn-oaklwn Sd 126, Atwood Heights Sd 125, Cook County Sd 130.
What is the education level in Alsip, Illinois?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Alsip have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Alsip, Illinois?
The median household income in Alsip is approximately $66,555 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Alsip, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Alsip is 15.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Alsip, Illinois?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.