Serving 576 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lasalle Ii Lang Academy Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 48% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lasalle Ii Lang Academy 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
Diversity
School Overview
Lasalle Ii Lang Academy Elementary School's student population of 576 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lasalle Ii Lang Academy Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lasalle Ii Lang Academy Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#422 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
42%
27%
Black
20%
17%
White
27%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lasalle Ii Lang Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Lasalle Ii Lang Academy Elementary School is ranked #422 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lasalle Ii Lang Academy Elementary School often compared to?
Lasalle Ii Lang Academy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pritzker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lasalle Ii Lang Academy Elementary School?
576 students attend Lasalle Ii Lang Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Lasalle Ii Lang Academy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lasalle Ii Lang Academy Elementary School?
Lasalle Ii Lang Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lasalle Ii Lang Academy Elementary School offer ?
Lasalle Ii Lang Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Lasalle Ii Lang Academy Elementary School part of?
Lasalle Ii Lang Academy Elementary School is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Lasalle Ii Lang Academy Elementary School located?
Lasalle Ii Lang Academy Elementary School is located in the West Town neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 22 other public schools located in West Town.
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