Needs Improvement
#705 of 716 private schools in IL
Al-azhar Islamic Foundation
School
160 HAWTHORNE RD, Barrington, IL 60010
Enrollment
68
Student-Teacher
85:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Enrollment
68
Student-Teacher
85:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#705 of 716
In Barrington
#2 of 2
public schools
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About Al-azhar Islamic Foundation
Al-azhar Islamic Foundation is a private school in Barrington, IL. Al-azhar Islamic Foundation serves approximately 68 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-11th, and has a 85:1 student-teacher ratio. Al-azhar Islamic Foundation has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #705 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 68 students, Al-azhar Islamic Foundation is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Al-azhar Islamic Foundation runs 85:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Al-azhar Islamic Foundation is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Al-azhar Islamic Foundation compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Barrington, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Al-azhar Islamic Foundation (this school) | 3.5 |
| Countryside Elem School | 8.4 |
| Grove Avenue Elem School | 9.3 |
| Barrington Mdle Sch- Prairie Cmps | 7.7 |
| Barrington High School | 9.0 |
| Hough Street Elem School | 9.2 |
| Barrington Middle Sch Station | 7.4 |
| Arnett C Lines Elem School | 8.9 |
| Roslyn Road Elem School | 8.8 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in IL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
160 HAWTHORNE RD, Barrington, IL 60010
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Al-azhar Islamic Foundation may also want to explore other schools in the area. MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF NORTH HOFFMAN (rated 8.9/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Hoffman Estates), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE WINSTON KNOLLS SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Hoffman Estates), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VALEO ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Hoffman Estates), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Barrington, see our Barrington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OPUS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Barrington | 0.3 mi | — |
| NOAHS ARK CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL Barrington | 0.6 mi | — |
| Barbara B Rose Elem School South Barrington | 1.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Countryside Elem School Barrington | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Barrington High School Barrington | 2.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Grove Avenue Elem School Barrington | 2.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Barrington Early Learning Center Barrington | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Hough Street Elem School Barrington | 2.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Barrington Mdle Sch- Prairie Cmps Barrington | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| CREME DE LA CREME South Barrington | 3.3 mi | — |
| ST ANNE PARISH SCHOOL Barrington | 3.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Roslyn Road Elem School Barrington | 3.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Barrington Middle Sch Station Barrington | 3.3 mi | 7.4 |
| ATONEMENT CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Barrington | 3.4 mi | — |
| Arnett C Lines Elem School Barrington | 3.4 mi | 8.9 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF NORTH HOFFMAN Hoffman Estates | 3.4 mi | 8.9 |
| THE WINSTON KNOLLS SCHOOL Hoffman Estates | 4.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Frank C Whiteley Elem School Hoffman Estates | 3.6 mi | 8.0 |
| John Muir Literacy Academy Hoffman Estates | 4.7 mi | 6.4 |
| VALEO ACADEMY Hoffman Estates | 4.6 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$175,050
Median Home Value
$622,900
Median Rent
$2,459/mo
Population
45,970
College Educated
69.9%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
45.9
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| MENTA ACADEMY CORNERSTONE-TAYLORVILLE Taylorville, IL | 2.8 |
| ORCHARDVILLE MENNONITE SCHOOL Keenes, IL | 4.3 |
| PIKE COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pittsfield, IL | 4.5 |
| JOSEPH ACADEMY-MELROSE PARK Melrose Park, IL | 4.7 |
| MID-AMERICA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Herrick, IL | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Al-azhar Islamic Foundation
What grades does Al-azhar Islamic Foundation serve?
Al-azhar Islamic Foundation serves students in grades Kindergarten through 11th.
How many students attend Al-azhar Islamic Foundation?
Al-azhar Islamic Foundation has an enrollment of approximately 68 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Al-azhar Islamic Foundation?
The student-teacher ratio at Al-azhar Islamic Foundation is 85:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Al-azhar Islamic Foundation rank in IL?
Al-azhar Islamic Foundation ranks #705 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Al-azhar Islamic Foundation's MySchoolScout rating?
Al-azhar Islamic Foundation has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Al-azhar Islamic Foundation a private school?
Yes, Al-azhar Islamic Foundation is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Al-azhar Islamic Foundation a religious school?
Al-azhar Islamic Foundation has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 11th
- Enrollment
- 68
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 85:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (847) 387-3380
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