Serving 403 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Barbara B Rose Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Barbara B. Rose Elementary School serves the southern part of Barrington, IL, covering an area of approximately 10.2 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 2.2 miles to the nearest boundary. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 3.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barbara B Rose Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Barbara B Rose Elementary School's student population of 403 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
403 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower personal excellence in every learner.
School Rankings
Barbara B Rose Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barbara B Rose Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#45 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Asian
50%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
35%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbara B Rose Elementary School's ranking?
Barbara B Rose Elementary School is ranked #45 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Barbara B Rose Elementary School often compared to?
Barbara B Rose Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grove Avenue Elementary School, Countryside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Barbara B Rose Elementary School?
403 students attend Barbara B Rose Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Barbara B Rose Elementary School students are Asian, 35% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barbara B Rose Elementary School?
Barbara B Rose Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barbara B Rose Elementary School offer ?
Barbara B Rose Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Barbara B Rose Elementary School part of?
Barbara B Rose Elementary School is part of Barrington CUSD 220 School District.
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