Best Schools in Hazel Crest, Illinois
4 schools · 4 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Hazel Crest by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Chateaux School
Elementary · Prairie-hills Esd 144. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Highlands Elem School
Elementary · Prairie-hills Esd 144. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Jesse C White Learning Academy
Elementary · Hazel Crest Sd 152-5. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Hazel Crest for 2026 are Chateaux School (5.6/10), Highlands Elem School (5.4/10), and Jesse C White Learning Academy (5.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$180,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$180,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Hazel Crest
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chateaux School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Highlands Elem School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Jesse C White Learning Academy | 5.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Mae Jemison School | 5.0 / 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
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $62,231
- Median home value
- $180,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Hazel Crest compares
Illinois rank
#364 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$62k
76% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Hazel Crest, Illinois
Hazel Crest, Illinois is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Hazel Crest 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 Hazel Crest is Chateaux School with a composite score of 5.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Hazel Crest is served by 2 school districts: Hazel Crest SD 152-5, Prairie-Hills ESD 144. These districts collectively serve 3,417 students.
Hazel Crest's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $62,231. The poverty rate in the area is 21.3%.
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 | 271 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.6 |
| 2 | 290 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.4 |
| 3 | 432 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.0 |
| 4 | 359 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.0 |
Schools in Hazel Crest
Hazel Crest, Illinois · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$62,231
Median Home Value
$180,800
Median Rent
$1,440/mo
Population
14,602
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
21.3%
Community Profile
Hazel Crest has a median household income of $62,231. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $180,800, with a median rent of $1,440/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Hazel Crest, Illinois
How many schools are in Hazel Crest, Illinois?
Hazel Crest has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Hazel Crest, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hazel Crest is 5.3 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 Hazel Crest, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Hazel Crest on MySchoolScout is Chateaux School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Hazel Crest, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Hazel Crest on MySchoolScout is Chateaux School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Hazel Crest, Illinois?
Hazel Crest is served by 2 school districts: Hazel Crest Sd 152-5, Prairie-hills Esd 144.
What is the education level in Hazel Crest, Illinois?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Hazel Crest have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Hazel Crest, Illinois?
The median household income in Hazel Crest is approximately $62,231 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hazel Crest, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hazel Crest is 16.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hazel Crest, 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.