Serving 628 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Barbour Two-way Lang Immersion 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 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barbour Two-way Lang Immersion's student population of 628 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
628 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barbour Two-way Lang Immersion 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 Barbour Two-way Lang Immersion is 0.20, 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
#3013 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
89%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
6%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbour Two-way Lang Immersion's ranking?
Barbour Two-way Lang Immersion is ranked #3013 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Barbour Two-way Lang Immersion often compared to?
Barbour Two-way Lang Immersionis often viewed alongside schools like Black Magnet Elementary School, Beasley Elementary Magnet Academic Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Barbour Two-way Lang Immersion?
628 students attend Barbour Two-way Lang Immersion.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Barbour Two-way Lang Immersion students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barbour Two-way Lang Immersion?
Barbour Two-way Lang Immersion has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barbour Two-way Lang Immersion offer ?
Barbour Two-way Lang Immersion offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Barbour Two-way Lang Immersion part of?
Barbour Two-way Lang Immersion is part of Rockford SD 205 School District.
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