Serving 400 students in grades 1-5, Briargate Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Briargate Elementary School serves the southwest area of Cary, IL, encompassing approximately 2.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Briargate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Briargate Elementary School's student population of 400 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
400 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Briargate Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briargate Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#1000 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
74%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #1000 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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, Algonquin Road Elementary School, Deer Path Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Briargate Elementary School?
400 students attend Briargate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Briargate Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
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 13:1.
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.
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