Serving 944 students in grades 6-8, Barrington Mdle Sch- Prairie Cmps ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 944 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barrington Mdle Sch- Prairie Cmps ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Barrington Mdle Sch- Prairie Cmps's student population of 944 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
944 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barrington Mdle Sch- Prairie Cmps ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barrington Mdle Sch- Prairie Cmps is 0.63, 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
#722 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)38%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
6%
Hispanic
18%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
55%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barrington Mdle Sch- Prairie Cmps's ranking?
Barrington Mdle Sch- Prairie Cmps is ranked #722 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Barrington Mdle Sch- Prairie Cmps often compared to?
Barrington Mdle Sch- Prairie Cmpsis often viewed alongside schools like Barrington Middle Sch Station by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Barrington Mdle Sch- Prairie Cmps?
944 students attend Barrington Mdle Sch- Prairie Cmps.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Barrington Mdle Sch- Prairie Cmps students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barrington Mdle Sch- Prairie Cmps?
Barrington Mdle Sch- Prairie Cmps has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barrington Mdle Sch- Prairie Cmps offer ?
Barrington Mdle Sch- Prairie Cmps offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Barrington Mdle Sch- Prairie Cmps part of?
Barrington Mdle Sch- Prairie Cmps is part of Barrington CUSD 220 School District.
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