For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 225 students in Barry, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Barry, IL is Western Barry Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Barry, IL public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Barry have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Barry, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Western Barry Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 Mcdonough St
Barry, IL 62312
(217) 335-2323
Barry, IL 62312
(217) 335-2323
Gr: K-5 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Barry, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Barry, IL include Western Barry Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Barry?
1 public elementary schools are located in Barry.
What is the racial composition of students in Barry?
Barry public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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