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Chateaux School

Elementary School · Prairie-Hills ESD 144

3600 Chambord Ln, Hazel Crest, IL 60429

Enrollment

271

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,426 of 3,813

In Hazel Crest

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

Prairie-Hills ESD 144

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Chateaux School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Hazel Crest · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Chateaux School

Chateaux School is a public elementary school in Hazel Crest, IL, part of Prairie-Hills ESD 144. Chateaux School serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Chateaux School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,426 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Chateaux School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Chateaux School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency7% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)6% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,068
Chronic Absenteeism31%

Chateaux School — Students at Chateaux School score 7% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 6%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 33.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 33.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
ELA
12%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.

How Chateaux School Compares

See how Chateaux School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in IL
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.0%

Location

3600 Chambord Ln, Hazel Crest, IL 60429

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Chateaux School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Flossmoor Hills Elem School (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Flossmoor), which scores notably higher. Another option is Heather Hill Elem School (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Flossmoor), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Western Avenue Elem School (rated 6.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Flossmoor), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hazel Crest, see our Hazel Crest schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Mae Jemison School Hazel Crest 0.3 mi 5.0
Hillcrest High School Country Club Hills 0.8 mi 4.4
Flossmoor Hills Elem School Flossmoor 1.1 mi 7.9
Highlands Elem School Hazel Crest 1.1 mi 5.4
Zenon J Sykuta School Country Club Hills 0.9 mi 3.0
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Country Club Hills 1.0 mi 5.5
Nob Hill Elem School Country Club Hills 1.4 mi 5.4
Homewood-Flossmoor High School Flossmoor 1.4 mi 7.9
Parker Junior High School Flossmoor 1.6 mi 4.9
Meadowview School Country Club Hills 1.5 mi 3.8
Southwood Middle School Country Club Hills 1.6 mi 2.9
INFANT JESUS OF PRAGUE SCHOOL Flossmoor 1.8 mi 6.1
Markham Park Elem School Markham 2.1 mi 6.2
Prairie-Hills STEAM Academy Markham 2.1 mi 6.5
FLOSSMOOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Flossmoor 1.8 mi
Primary Learning Center Markham 2.2 mi
Prairie-Hills Junior High School Markham 2.1 mi 5.2
Jesse C White Learning Academy Hazel Crest 1.9 mi 5.0
Western Avenue Elem School Flossmoor 1.9 mi 6.9
Heather Hill Elem School Flossmoor 2.2 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60429 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,231

Median Home Value

$180,800

Median Rent

$1,440/mo

Population

14,602

College Educated

23.5%

Homeownership

69.3%

Avg Commute

29.2 min

Poverty Rate

21.3%

Median Age

34.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chateaux School

What grades does Chateaux School serve?

Chateaux School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Chateaux School?

Chateaux School has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Chateaux School?

The student-teacher ratio at Chateaux School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Chateaux School rank in IL?

Chateaux School ranks #2,426 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Chateaux School's MySchoolScout rating?

Chateaux School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Chateaux School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Chateaux School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Chateaux School a charter school?

No, Chateaux School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Chateaux School a Title I school?

No, Chateaux School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chateaux School?

95.2% of students at Chateaux School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.0%

District

Prairie-Hills ESD 144
District Enrollment
2,542
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,068
District Rank
#4 of 8

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