For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 440 students in Hillside, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Hillside, IL is Hillside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hillside, IL public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Hillside have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Hillside, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillside Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4804 Harrison St
Hillside, IL 60162
(708) 449-6491
Hillside, IL 60162
(708) 449-6491
Gr: PK-8 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Hillside, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Hillside, IL include Hillside Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Hillside?
1 public elementary schools are located in Hillside.
What is the racial composition of students in Hillside?
Hillside public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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