Serving 501 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Arnett C Lines Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Arnett C Lines Elementary School serves the eastern part of its district in Barrington, IL, covering an area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the school being around 2.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arnett C Lines Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Arnett C Lines Elementary School's student population of 501 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
501 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arnett C Lines Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arnett C Lines Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#64 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
78%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arnett C Lines Elementary School's ranking?
Arnett C Lines Elementary School is ranked #64 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Arnett C Lines Elementary School often compared to?
Arnett C Lines Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seth Paine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Arnett C Lines Elementary School?
501 students attend Arnett C Lines Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Arnett C Lines Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arnett C Lines Elementary School?
Arnett C Lines Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arnett C Lines Elementary School offer ?
Arnett C Lines Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Arnett C Lines Elementary School part of?
Arnett C Lines Elementary School is part of Barrington CUSD 220 School District.
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