Serving 244 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hough Street Elementary School ranks in the top 1% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hough Street Elementary School serves the southeast area of Barrington, IL, covering approximately 6.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hough Street 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
Hough Street Elementary School's student population of 244 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
244 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Empower personal excellence in every learner.
School Rankings
Hough Street Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hough Street Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#31 out of 3542 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hough Street Elementary School's ranking?
Hough Street Elementary School is ranked #31 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hough Street Elementary School often compared to?
Hough Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grove Avenue Elementary School, Barbara B Rose Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hough Street Elementary School?
244 students attend Hough Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Hough Street Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hough Street Elementary School?
Hough Street Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hough Street Elementary School offer ?
Hough Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hough Street Elementary School part of?
Hough Street Elementary School is part of Barrington CUSD 220 School District.
School Calendar
View the Hough Street Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break: No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break: No School
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break: No School
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break: No School
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break: No School
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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