Serving 624 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 624 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Linne Elementary School's student population of 624 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
624 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Linne Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linne Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#1680 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)18%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
73%
27%
Black
4%
17%
White
17%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
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 #1680 out of 3,426 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% 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?
624 students attend Linne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Linne Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Linne Elementary School?
Linne Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
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 City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
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 7/27/2012
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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