Located in Barrington, IL, Al–azhar Islamic Foundation is a co–ed Islamic alternative school serving grades K through 11 in a suburban community.
The school has a total enrollment of 63 students with a student–teacher ratio of 63:1, supported by one full–time teacher.
Al–azhar Islamic Foundation reflects student diversity with 35.82% of its enrollment representing students of color.
The school offers programming primarily for elementary through secondary grades with a locally focused educational environment.
As part of the Barrington suburban area, it provides an Islamic faith–based curriculum within a small enrollment setting.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Kindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
63 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
36%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Al-azhar Islamic Foundation?
The application deadline for Al-azhar Islamic Foundation is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Al-azhar Islamic Foundation is Brightmont Academy - Barrington (3.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Creative Learning Montessori School (2.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Opus Montessori School (0.3 miles away)
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Opus Montessori School
Montessori School
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(630) 568-6787
Barrington, IL 60010
(630) 568-6787
0.3 miles
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Barrington, IL 60010
(847) 844-3738
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Montessori School
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(847) 382-2812
Barrington, IL 60010
(847) 382-2812
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Daycare / Preschool
1351 Palatine Rd.
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(847) 934-8911
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
(847) 934-8911
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Special Program Emphasis
400 E. Main St.
Barrington, IL 60010
(224) 231-0310
Barrington, IL 60010
(224) 231-0310
3.1 miles
Gr: 1-12 Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition listed
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