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#144 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 4% in state

Barrington High School

High School · Barrington CUSD 220

616 W Main St, Barrington, IL 60010

Enrollment

2,759

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

9.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#144 of 3,813

In Barrington

#3 of 9

public schools

In district

#4 of 12

Barrington CUSD 220

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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9.0/10

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About Barrington High School

Barrington High School is a public high school in Barrington, IL, part of Barrington CUSD 220. Barrington High School serves approximately 2,759 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Barrington High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #144 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Barrington High School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.4 pts above IL schools
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Barrington High School is a large school: 2,759 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College Readiness9.6Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation44.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,207
Chronic Absenteeism22.4%

Barrington High School — Students at Barrington High School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
76%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
61%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
61%
ELA
59%
2022
ELA
54%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.

How Barrington High School Compares

See how Barrington High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.0/10
96th percentile in IL
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.7
Sports
29
14 boys' · 15 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
168 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
44.4% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics29sports offered
14 boys'·15 girls'·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

616 W Main St, Barrington, IL 60010

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Barrington High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Barbara B Rose Elem School (rated 9.4/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby South Barrington), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Grove Avenue Elem School (rated 9.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hough Street Elem School (rated 9.2/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Barrington, see our Barrington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Hough Street Elem School Barrington 0.6 mi 9.2
Roslyn Road Elem School Barrington 0.9 mi 8.8
ST ANNE PARISH SCHOOL Barrington 0.8 mi 7.5
Grove Avenue Elem School Barrington 1.2 mi 9.3
ATONEMENT CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Barrington 1.4 mi
Barrington Middle Sch Station Barrington 1.4 mi 7.4
Arnett C Lines Elem School Barrington 1.5 mi 8.9
Countryside Elem School Barrington 1.5 mi 8.4
Barrington Early Learning Center Barrington 2.1 mi 8.0
Barrington Mdle Sch- Prairie Cmps Barrington 2.1 mi 7.7
AL-AZHAR ISLAMIC FOUNDATION Barrington 2.7 mi 3.5
OPUS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Barrington 3.0 mi
NOAHS ARK CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL Barrington 3.3 mi
North Barrington Elem School North Barrington 4.0 mi 8.4
MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF N. BARRINGTON North Barrington 4.1 mi
Lake Zurich Middle - S Campus Lake Zurich 3.4 mi 8.6
Isaac Fox Elementary School Lake Zurich 3.5 mi 7.9
MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF NORTH HOFFMAN Hoffman Estates 4.3 mi 8.9
Barbara B Rose Elem School South Barrington 4.5 mi 9.4
Frank C Whiteley Elem School Hoffman Estates 4.3 mi 8.0

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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Metea Valley High School Aurora, IL 9.0
Glenbard West High School Glen Ellyn, IL 8.9
J B Conant High School Hoffman Estates, IL 9.1
Lake Zurich High School Lake Zurich, IL 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Barrington High School

What grades does Barrington High School serve?

Barrington High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Barrington High School?

Barrington High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,759 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Barrington High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Barrington High School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Barrington High School rank in IL?

Barrington High School ranks #144 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Barrington High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Barrington High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Barrington High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Barrington High School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Barrington High School a charter school?

No, Barrington High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Barrington High School a Title I school?

No, Barrington High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,759
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
168
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.4%

District

Barrington CUSD 220
District Enrollment
8,026
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,207
District Rank
#4 of 12

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