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#2924 of 3,813 schools in IL
Mae Jemison School
Elementary School · Prairie-Hills ESD 144
3450 W 177th St, Hazel Crest, IL 60429
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,924 of 3,813
In Hazel Crest
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
Prairie-Hills ESD 144
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Mae Jemison School
Elementary School in Hazel Crest · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mae Jemison School
Mae Jemison School is a public elementary school in Hazel Crest, IL, part of Prairie-Hills ESD 144. Mae Jemison School serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mae Jemison School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,924 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Mae Jemison School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- IL avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Mae Jemison School — Students at Mae Jemison School score 7% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 7%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 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: 5.1/10.
How Mae Jemison School Compares
See how Mae Jemison School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3450 W 177th St, Hazel Crest, IL 60429
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mae Jemison School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Flossmoor Hills Elem School (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Flossmoor), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fieldcrest Elem School (rated 7.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Oak Forest), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Prairie-Hills STEAM Academy (rated 6.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Markham), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hazel Crest, see our Hazel Crest schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chateaux School Hazel Crest | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Hillcrest High School Country Club Hills | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Highlands Elem School Hazel Crest | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Nob Hill Elem School Country Club Hills | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Zenon J Sykuta School Country Club Hills | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Flossmoor Hills Elem School Flossmoor | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Country Club Hills | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Homewood-Flossmoor High School Flossmoor | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Markham Park Elem School Markham | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Prairie-Hills STEAM Academy Markham | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Primary Learning Center Markham | 1.8 mi | — |
| Prairie-Hills Junior High School Markham | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Jesse C White Learning Academy Hazel Crest | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Parker Junior High School Flossmoor | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Meadowview School Country Club Hills | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| PHENOMENAL KIDS ACADEMEY INC Markham | 2.2 mi | — |
| INFANT JESUS OF PRAGUE SCHOOL Flossmoor | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Southwood Middle School Country Club Hills | 1.9 mi | 2.9 |
| FLOSSMOOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Flossmoor | 2.0 mi | — |
| Fieldcrest Elem School Oak Forest | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
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 Mae Jemison School
What grades does Mae Jemison School serve?
Mae Jemison School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mae Jemison School?
Mae Jemison School has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mae Jemison School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mae Jemison School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mae Jemison School rank in IL?
Mae Jemison School ranks #2,924 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Mae Jemison School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mae Jemison School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Mae Jemison School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mae Jemison School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mae Jemison School a charter school?
No, Mae Jemison School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mae Jemison School a Title I school?
No, Mae Jemison School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mae Jemison School?
92.2% of students at Mae Jemison 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 359
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.2%
- Phone
- (708) 225-3636
Resources & Links
District
Prairie-Hills ESD 144- District Enrollment
- 2,542
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,068
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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