For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 249 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 26%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Barry have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Barry, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Western Barry Elementary School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 Mcdonough St
Barry, IL 62312
(217) 335-2323
Barry, IL 62312
(217) 335-2323
Grades: K-5
| 249 students
Barry, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
401 Mcdonough St
Barry, IL 62312
(217) 335-2323
Barry, IL 62312
(217) 335-2323
Grades: PK-5
| 221 students
401 Mcdonough St
Barry, IL 62312
(217) 335-2323
Barry, IL 62312
(217) 335-2323
Grades: 6-8
| 103 students
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 Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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