Below Average
#3386 of 3,813 schools in IL
Lane Elem School
Elementary School · Alsip-Hazlgrn-Oaklwn SD 126
4600 W 123rd St, Alsip, IL 60803
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,386 of 3,813
In Alsip
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Alsip-Hazlgrn-Oaklwn SD 126
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Lane Elem School
Elementary School in Alsip · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
District 126 Early Childhood Ctr
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About Lane Elem School
Lane Elem School is a public elementary school in Alsip, IL, part of Alsip-Hazlgrn-Oaklwn SD 126. Lane Elem School serves approximately 226 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lane Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,386 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Lane Elem School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Lane Elem School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
40% of students at Lane Elem 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
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Lane Elem School — Students at Lane Elem School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.8/10.
How Lane Elem School Compares
See how Lane Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4600 W 123rd St, Alsip, IL 60803
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lane Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chippewa Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Palos Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nathan Hale Primary School (rated 6.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Crestwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lawn Manor School (rated 6.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Oak Lawn), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alsip, see our Alsip schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| District 126 Early Childhood Ctr Alsip | 0.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Prairie Jr High School Alsip | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Stony Creek Elem School Alsip | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Hazelgreen Elem School Alsip | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| MARIST HIGH SCHOOL Chicago | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Hamlin Upper Grade Center Alsip | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| OAK LAWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oak Lawn | 1.6 mi | — |
| Chicago HS for Agricult Sciences Chicago | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Lawn Manor School Oak Lawn | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Nathan Hale Middle School Crestwood | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Nathan Hale Intermediate Crestwood | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Nathan Hale Primary School Crestwood | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Turner Elem School Crestwood | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| ELIM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Crestwood | 1.7 mi | — |
| ST CATHERINE OF ALEXANDRIA SCHOOL Oak Lawn | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| George Washington Elementary Sch Alsip | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Kolmar Avenue Elem School Oak Lawn | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Cassell Elem School Chicago | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Chippewa Elem School Palos Heights | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| ST LINUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oak Lawn | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,555
Median Home Value
$200,600
Median Rent
$1,113/mo
Population
22,089
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
67.8%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Broadmeadow Elem School Rantoul, IL | 4.2 |
| Fieldcrest Primary School Minonk, IL | 4.2 |
| Galva Elem School Galva, IL | 4.2 |
| George Washington Elem School Moline, IL | 4.2 |
| Henry Raab Elem School Belleville, IL | 4.2 |
| Jefferson Elem School Johnston City, IL | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lane Elem School
What grades does Lane Elem School serve?
Lane Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Lane Elem School?
Lane Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 226 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lane Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lane Elem School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lane Elem School rank in IL?
Lane Elem School ranks #3,386 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Lane Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lane Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Lane Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lane Elem School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lane Elem School a charter school?
No, Lane Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lane Elem School a Title I school?
No, Lane Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lane Elem School?
67.7% of students at Lane Elem 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 226
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.8%
- Phone
- (708) 371-0720
Resources & Links
District
Alsip-Hazlgrn-Oaklwn SD 126- District Enrollment
- 1,572
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,460
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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