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Haines Elementary School

247 W 23rd Pl
Chicago, IL 60616
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 482 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Haines Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 482 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Top 20% in IL
  • : 56% (Top 10%)
  • : 39% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Haines Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

School Overview

Haines Elementary School's student population of 482 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
482 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026

School Rankings

Haines Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Haines Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#550 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
56%
27%
39%
30%
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
83%
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
12%
17%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.30
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Haines Elementary School's ranking?
Haines Elementary School is ranked #550 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Haines Elementary School often compared to?
Haines Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Healy Elementary School, South Loop Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Haines Elementary School?
482 students attend Haines Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Haines Elementary School students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Haines Elementary School?
Haines Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Haines Elementary School offer ?
Haines Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Haines Elementary School part of?
Haines Elementary School is part of Chicago ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools District 299.
In what neighborhood is Haines Elementary School located?
Haines Elementary School is located in the Armour Square neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other public schools located in Armour Square.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 482 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 56% (Top 10%)
  • : 39% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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