Serving 405 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, George O Barr School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George O Barr School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
George O Barr School's student population of 405 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
405 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
George O Barr School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George O Barr School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2897 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
15%
16%
White
51%
45%
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George O Barr School's ranking?
George O Barr School is ranked #2897 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are George O Barr School often compared to?
George O Barr Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bowlesburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend George O Barr School?
405 students attend George O Barr School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of George O Barr School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George O Barr School?
George O Barr School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does George O Barr School offer ?
George O Barr School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is George O Barr School part of?
George O Barr School is part of Silvis SD 34 School District.
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