Serving 2,834 students in grades 9-12, Barrington High 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 61% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,834 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barrington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Barrington High School's student population of 2,834 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 176 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,834 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
176 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barrington High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barrington High School is 0.60, 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
#117 out of 3663 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
17%
5%
Hispanic
18%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
59%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Barrington High School's ranking?
Barrington High School is ranked #117 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Barrington High School often compared to?
Barrington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adlai E Stevenson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Barrington High School?
The graduation rate of Barrington High School is 97%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Barrington High School?
2,834 students attend Barrington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Barrington High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barrington High School?
Barrington High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barrington High School offer ?
Barrington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Barrington High School part of?
Barrington High School is part of Barrington CUSD 220 School District.
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