Serving 687 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Linne Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 687 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Linne Elementary School serves the northern part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 0.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 1 mile to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Linne Elementary School's student population of 687 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
687 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Linne Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linne Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1572 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
70%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)17.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. Full 12-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 Linne Elementary School's ranking?
Linne Elementary School is ranked #1572 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Linne Elementary School often compared to?
Linne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brentano Elementary Math & Science Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Linne Elementary School?
687 students attend Linne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Linne Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linne Elementary School?
Linne Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Linne Elementary School offer ?
Linne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Linne Elementary School part of?
Linne Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Linne Elementary School located?
Linne Elementary School is located in the Avondale neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 8 other public schools located in Avondale.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Linne school is a wonderful place for your children to receive the best education. The school is well taken care of because of the two best administrators. Their focus is always about the students. They only want the best for their students.
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