Best Schools in Barrington, Illinois
14 schools · 9 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Barrington by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Grove Avenue Elem School
Elementary · Barrington Cusd 220. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Hough Street Elem School
Elementary · Barrington Cusd 220. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Barrington High School
High · Barrington Cusd 220. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Barrington for 2026 are Grove Avenue Elem School (9.3/10), Hough Street Elem School (9.2/10), and Barrington High School (9.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
14
9 public · 5 private
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$622,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
14
9 public · 5 private
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$622,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Barrington
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 14). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grove Avenue Elem School | 9.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Hough Street Elem School | 9.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Barrington High School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Arnett C Lines Elem School | 8.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Roslyn Road Elem School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Countryside Elem School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Barrington Mdle Sch- Prairie Cmps | 7.7 / 10 |
| 8 | St Anne Parish School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 9 | Barrington Middle Sch Station | 7.4 / 10 |
| 10 | Al-azhar Islamic Foundation | 3.5 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.0/10
- Median household income
- $175,050
- Median home value
- $622,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 70%
- Avg commute
- 32 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
91% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Barrington compares
Illinois rank
#27 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.7
above Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$175k
214% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
11
About Schools in Barrington, Illinois
Barrington, Illinois is home to 14 schools, including 9 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 8.0 out of 10, schools in Barrington perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Barrington is Grove Avenue Elem School with a composite score of 9.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Barrington is served by 1 school district: Barrington CUSD 220. These districts collectively serve 8,026 students.
Barrington's community shows 70% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $175,050. The poverty rate in the area is 4.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
9 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 501 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.3 | ||
| 2 | 259 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.2 | ||
| 3 | 488 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.9 | ||
| 4 | 452 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.8 | ||
| 5 | 400 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.4 | ||
| Private Schools 4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Anne Parish School
Private
192 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.5 | ||
| 2 | Atonement Christian Day School
Private
24 students · Pre-K–TK | — | ||
| 3 | Noahs Ark Christian Preschool
Private
7 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
| 4 | Opus Montessori School
Private
2 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 944 students · 6th–8th | 7.7 |
| 2 | 948 students · 6th–8th | 7.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,759 students · 9th–12th | 9.0 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 193 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 8.0 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Al-azhar Islamic Foundation
Private
68 students · Kindergarten–11th | 3.5 | ||
Schools in Barrington
Barrington, Illinois · 14 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$175,050
Median Home Value
$622,900
Median Rent
$2,459/mo
Population
45,970
College Educated
70%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Community Profile
Barrington has a median household income of $175,050. It is a well-educated community where 70% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $622,900, with a median rent of $2,459/month. The local poverty rate of 4.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 9
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Barrington, Illinois
How many schools are in Barrington, Illinois?
Barrington has 14 schools, including 9 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Barrington, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Barrington is 8.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Barrington, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Barrington on MySchoolScout is Grove Avenue Elem School with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Barrington, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Barrington on MySchoolScout is Grove Avenue Elem School with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Barrington, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Barrington on MySchoolScout is Barrington Mdle Sch- Prairie Cmps with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best high school in Barrington, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Barrington on MySchoolScout is Barrington High School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
How many school districts serve Barrington, Illinois?
Barrington is served by 1 school district: Barrington Cusd 220.
What is the education level in Barrington, Illinois?
According to Census data, 70% of adults in Barrington have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Barrington, Illinois?
The median household income in Barrington is approximately $175,050 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Barrington, Illinois?
Yes, Barrington has 5 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Anne Parish School with a score of 7.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Barrington, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Barrington is 16.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Barrington, Illinois?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.