Serving 456 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lasalle Elementary Language Academy ranks in the top 30% 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 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lasalle Elementary Language Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lasalle Elementary Language Academy's student population of 456 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
456 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Lasalle Elementary Language Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lasalle Elementary Language Academy is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#736 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
20%
29%
Black
35%
16%
White
33%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lasalle Elementary Language Academy's ranking?
Lasalle Elementary Language Academy is ranked #736 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lasalle Elementary Language Academy?
456 students attend Lasalle Elementary Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Lasalle Elementary Language Academy students are Black, 33% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lasalle Elementary Language Academy?
Lasalle Elementary Language Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lasalle Elementary Language Academy offer ?
Lasalle Elementary Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Lasalle Elementary Language Academy part of?
Lasalle Elementary Language Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Lasalle Elementary Language Academy located?
Lasalle Elementary Language Academy is located in the Old Town Triangle neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
School Calendar
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School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
We love LaSalle, currently, our older son attends 2nd grade and will have a kindergartener joining next school year. The language program is great, my child enjoys it and we look forward to the 7th or 8th grade trip with his schoolmates! Extremely communicative teachers and principals, always get back to us when we reach out. Lots of opportunities to volunteer and be involved with the community. The best parent community I have seen quite honestly. A happy and engaged kid means happy parents!!
1 10/10/2025
The new Assistant principal is great. She is very understanding to teachers and does her job well. I can''t say the same for the principal. He does not have effective systems in place on a day-to-day basis. As a result, the school does not run smoothly. He is able to see the forest but can''t put in place plans for individual trees. He is well intended but indecisive.
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