Serving 412 students in grades 1-5, Briargate Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Briargate Elementary School's student population of 412 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Briargate Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briargate Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1557 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
18%
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
75%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briargate Elementary School's ranking?
Briargate Elementary School is ranked #1557 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Briargate Elementary School often compared to?
Briargate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Three Oaks School, Deer Path Elementary School, Algonquin Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Briargate Elementary School?
412 students attend Briargate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Briargate Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Briargate Elementary School?
Briargate Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Briargate Elementary School offer ?
Briargate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Briargate Elementary School part of?
Briargate Elementary School is part of Cary CCSD 26 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School - 1/2 Day Attendance - Early Release (If no snow days used)
June 03, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of School - 1/2 Day Attendance - Early Release (If ALL snow days used)
June 10, 2024 (Monday)
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