For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 338 students in Hometown, IL.
The top-ranked public school in Hometown, IL is Hometown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hometown, IL public school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Hometown have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hometown, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hometown Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8870 S Duffy Ave
Hometown, IL 60456
(708) 423-7360
Hometown, IL 60456
(708) 423-7360
Gr: K-5 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hometown, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Hometown, IL include Hometown Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hometown?
1 public schools are located in Hometown.
What is the racial composition of students in Hometown?
Hometown public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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