Serving 432 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Barrington Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: North Barrington Elementary School serves the northern part of Barrington, IL, covering an area of approximately 8.2 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Barrington 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
North Barrington Elementary School's student population of 432 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
432 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower personal excellence in every learner.
School Rankings
North Barrington Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Barrington Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#319 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)13.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Barrington Elementary School's ranking?
North Barrington Elementary School is ranked #319 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend North Barrington Elementary School?
432 students attend North Barrington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of North Barrington Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Barrington Elementary School?
North Barrington Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Barrington Elementary School offer ?
North Barrington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is North Barrington Elementary School part of?
North Barrington Elementary School is part of Barrington CUSD 220 School District.
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