Serving 639 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Blaine Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Blaine Elementary School serves the northern part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge being about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blaine 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
Blaine Elementary School's student population of 639 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
639 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Blaine Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blaine Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#231 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blaine Elementary School's ranking?
Blaine Elementary School is ranked #231 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Blaine Elementary School often compared to?
Blaine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jahn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Blaine Elementary School?
639 students attend Blaine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Blaine Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blaine Elementary School?
Blaine Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blaine Elementary School offer ?
Blaine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Blaine Elementary School part of?
Blaine Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Blaine Elementary School located?
Blaine Elementary School is located in the Lake View neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Lake View.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
SPRING BREAK
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
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