Serving 964 students in grades 6-8, Barrington Middle Sch Station 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 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 964 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barrington Middle Sch Station ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Barrington Middle Sch Station's student population of 964 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
964 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barrington Middle Sch Station 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 Middle Sch Station is 0.57, 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
#741 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)32%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
17%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
62%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barrington Middle Sch Station's ranking?
Barrington Middle Sch Station is ranked #741 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Barrington Middle Sch Station often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Barrington Middle Sch Station?
964 students attend Barrington Middle Sch Station.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Barrington Middle Sch Station students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barrington Middle Sch Station?
Barrington Middle Sch Station has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barrington Middle Sch Station offer ?
Barrington Middle Sch Station offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Barrington Middle Sch Station part of?
Barrington Middle Sch Station is part of Barrington CUSD 220 School District.
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