Serving 482 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Haines Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Haines Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Haines Elementary School's student population of 482 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
482 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Haines Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Haines Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#641 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)43%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
83%
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
12%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haines Elementary School's ranking?
Haines Elementary School is ranked #641 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Haines Elementary School often compared to?
Haines Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Healy Elementary School, South Loop Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Haines Elementary School?
482 students attend Haines Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Haines Elementary School students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Haines Elementary School?
Haines Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Haines Elementary School offer ?
Haines Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Haines Elementary School part of?
Haines Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Haines Elementary School located?
Haines Elementary School is located in the Armour Square neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other public schools located in Armour Square.
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