Serving 643 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 57% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). 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 lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- 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 643 students has declined by 21% 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
643 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blaine Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blaine Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#191 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
15%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
67%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
3%
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 #191 out of 3,426 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?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% 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?
643 students attend Blaine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Blaine Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% 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 lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
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 City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
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
View the Blaine Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
No School: Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of Q2
January 17, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of Q3
March 21, 2025 (Friday)
No School: Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School for Students, End of Q4
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
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