Serving 461 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 14:1 is higher than 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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Haines Elementary School serves the eastern part of its district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. Families typically can reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 0.5 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Haines Elementary School's student population of 461 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
461 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Haines Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Haines Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#550 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
84%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
45%
Showing 1996–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
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 Haines Elementary School's ranking?
Haines Elementary School is ranked #550 out of 3,542 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 South Loop Elementary School, Healy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
461 students attend Haines Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Haines Elementary School students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 5% 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 14:1, which is higher than 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.
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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