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#205 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 5% in state

Haines Elem School

Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

247 W 23rd Pl, Chicago, IL 60616

Enrollment

482

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#205 of 3,813

In Chicago

#24 of 630

public schools

In district

#24 of 621

Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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8.8/10

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About Haines Elem School

Haines Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Haines Elem School serves approximately 482 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Haines Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #205 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Haines Elem School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.9
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)11% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+29.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,699
Chronic Absenteeism7.7%

Haines Elem School — Students at Haines Elem School score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 69.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
93%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
31%
2022
ELA
39%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.

How Haines Elem School Compares

See how Haines Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
95th percentile in IL
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.7%

Location

247 W 23rd Pl, Chicago, IL 60616

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Haines Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Healy Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Ward J Elem School (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST JEROME SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ST THERESE CHINESE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chicago 0.1 mi 6.2
PUI TAK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago 0.1 mi 6.4
PUI TAK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago 0.1 mi 6.2
National Teachers Elem Academy Chicago 0.3 mi 7.5
Ward J Elem School Chicago 0.4 mi 7.9
ST JEROME SCHOOL Chicago 0.5 mi 7.9
Drake Elem School Chicago 0.5 mi 4.8
Perspectives Chtr - Joslin Campus Chicago 0.5 mi 5.4
Sheridan Elem Math & Science Acad Chicago 0.5 mi 7.9
MCKINLEY LAKESIDE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Chicago 0.7 mi 4.7
YCCS-McKinley-Lakeside Leadership Chicago 0.7 mi 6.5
DAYSTAR ACADEMY Chicago 0.8 mi 7.8
Healy Elem School Chicago 0.8 mi 8.6
Walsh Elem School Chicago 0.8 mi 3.4
OLD ST MARYS SCHOOL Chicago 1.0 mi 7.6
CITY GARDEN WALDORF SCHOOL Chicago 0.9 mi
South Loop Elem School Chicago 1.2 mi 6.6
Dunbar Vocational Career Acad HS Chicago 1.0 mi 7.2
YCCS-Youth Connection Leadership Chicago 1.2 mi 4.9
ST THERESE SCHOOL WEST Chicago 1.1 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60616 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,841

Median Home Value

$387,300

Median Rent

$1,329/mo

Population

54,456

College Educated

52.9%

Homeownership

39.3%

Avg Commute

29.5 min

Poverty Rate

18.2%

Median Age

37.4

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Dewey Elem School Evanston, IL 8.8
Everett Elem School Lake Forest, IL 8.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Haines Elem School

What grades does Haines Elem School serve?

Haines Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Haines Elem School?

Haines Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 482 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Haines Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Haines Elem School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Haines Elem School rank in IL?

Haines Elem School ranks #205 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Haines Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Haines Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Haines Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Haines Elem School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Haines Elem School a charter school?

No, Haines Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Haines Elem School a Title I school?

No, Haines Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Haines Elem School?

82.8% of students at Haines Elem School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
96 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
79 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
81 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.7%

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