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Briargate Elementary School

100 S Wulff St
Cary, IL 60013
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 425 students in grades 1-5, Briargate Elementary School 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 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 1-5
  • Enrollment: 425 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 30% in IL
  • : 35% (Top 30%)
  • : 36% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Briargate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Briargate Elementary School's student population of 425 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Motto
The District 26 community is committed to providing a nurturing atmosphere where our students have a desire to learn and develop as critical thinkers and innovative creators who contribute to the world with integrity and purpose beyond themselves.

School Rankings

Briargate Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briargate Elementary School is 0.41, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#1000 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
35%
27%
36%
30%
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
18%
28%
Black
n/a
17%
White
75%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.41
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Briargate Elementary School's ranking?
Briargate Elementary School is ranked #1000 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Briargate Elementary School often compared to?
Briargate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Three Oaks School, Algonquin Road Elementary School, Deer Path Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Briargate Elementary School?
425 students attend Briargate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Briargate Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Briargate Elementary School?
Briargate Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Briargate Elementary School offer ?
Briargate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Briargate Elementary School part of?
Briargate Elementary School is part of Cary CCSD 26 School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 1-5
  • Enrollment: 425 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 35% (Top 30%)
  • : 36% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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