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Best Alsip Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,244 students in Alsip, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 8 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in Alsip, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Alsip, IL are Prairie Jr High School, Hazelgreen Elementary School and Hamlin Upper Grade Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alsip, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Alsip have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Alsip, IL (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prairie Jr High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
11910 S Kostner Ave
Alsip, IL 60803
(708) 371-3080
Gr: 7-8 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Hazelgreen Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
11751 S Lawler Ave
Alsip, IL 60803
(708) 371-5351
Gr: K-6 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Hamlin Upper Grade Center
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
12150 S Hamlin Ave
Alsip, IL 60803
(708) 597-1550
Gr: 6-8 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Stony Creek Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
11700 S Kolin Ave
Alsip, IL 60803
(708) 371-0220
Gr: K-6 | 652 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #55.
Lane Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4600 W 123rd St
Alsip, IL 60803
(708) 371-0720
Gr: K-6 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
George Washington Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
12545 S Homan Ave
Alsip, IL 60803
(708) 489-3523
Gr: K-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Meadow Lane School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
11800 S Meadow Lane Dr
Alsip, IL 60803
(708) 388-6958
Gr: 3-5 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: n/an/a
District 126 Early Childhood Center
12250 S Orchard Ave
Alsip, IL 60803
(708) 631-0490
Gr: PK | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 72%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Alsip, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Alsip, IL include Prairie Jr High School, Hazelgreen Elementary School and Hamlin Upper Grade Center.
How many public schools are located in Alsip?
8 public schools are located in Alsip.
What percentage of students in Alsip go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in Alsip are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Alsip?
Alsip public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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