BLAINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Blaine Elem School is a public elementary school that is part of the Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 school district, located in Chicago, IL with about 885 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 45 teachers, Blaine Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Blaine Elementary School, located in Chicago’s vibrant Lakeview neighborhood, is a highly regarded public school serving students from prekindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district, it is well-known for its strong academic reputation, community-focused environment, and commitment to fostering a well-rounded education. The school typically draws from the local community and is recognized for having an active parent body and a supportive atmosphere that prioritizes both rigorous coursework and student enrichment.

The school’s curriculum is complemented by a variety of extracurricular opportunities, reflecting its emphasis on developing the whole child. Situated on West Grace Street, Blaine provides a stable educational setting that consistently ranks among the top-performing neighborhood schools in the city. By balancing traditional classroom instruction with social-emotional learning and community involvement, Blaine Elementary remains a sought-after institution for families living within the Southport Corridor and the broader North Side area.

For more information, contact Blaine Elem School at (773) 534-5750 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1420 W Grace St
Chicago, IL 60613-2802
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BLAINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Chicago, IL with about 885 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
885
Teachers:
45.85
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 885 students

White
64.6%
Hispanic/Latino
21.4%
Asian
5.8%
Two or more races
4.2%
Black or African American
3.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.6%

Female
50.4%
Male
49.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.