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Booth Tarkington Elem School
Elementary School · Wheeling CCSD 21
310 Scott St, Wheeling, IL 60090
Enrollment
565
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
565
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,041 of 3,813
In Wheeling
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#7 of 12
Wheeling CCSD 21
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Booth Tarkington Elem School
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About Booth Tarkington Elem School
Booth Tarkington Elem School is a public elementary school in Wheeling, IL, part of Wheeling CCSD 21. Booth Tarkington Elem School serves approximately 565 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Booth Tarkington Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,041 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Booth Tarkington Elem School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- IL avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Booth Tarkington Elem School — Students at Booth Tarkington Elem School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.
How Booth Tarkington Elem School Compares
See how Booth Tarkington Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
310 Scott St, Wheeling, IL 60090
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Booth Tarkington Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Earl Pritchett School (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Buffalo Grove), which scores notably higher. Another option is Betsy Ross Elem School (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Prospect Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ivy Hill Elem School (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Arlington Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wheeling, see our Wheeling schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jack London Middle School Wheeling | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Eugene Field Elem School Wheeling | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| BUFFALO GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Buffalo Grove | 0.7 mi | — |
| POKO LOKO CHILD CARE CENTER Wheeling | 0.7 mi | — |
| Wheeling High School Wheeling | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Joyce Kilmer Elem School Buffalo Grove | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| J W Riley Elem School Arlington Heights | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Mark Twain Elem School Wheeling | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| MacArthur Middle School Prospect Heights | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Anne Sullivan Elem School Prospect Heights | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| TORAH ACADEMY OF BUFFALO GROVE Buffalo Grove | 1.7 mi | — |
| Earl Pritchett School Buffalo Grove | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Buffalo Grove | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Betsy Ross Elem School Prospect Heights | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Ivy Hill Elem School Arlington Heights | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| John Hersey High School Arlington Heights | 2.0 mi | 9.3 |
| CHICAGO FUTABAKAI JAPANESE SCHOOL Arlington Heights | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| NEWHOPE ACADEMY Arlington Heights | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Buffalo Grove High School Buffalo Grove | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Henry W Longfellow Elem School Buffalo Grove | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60090 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,449
Median Home Value
$243,500
Median Rent
$1,578/mo
Population
38,340
College Educated
40.5%
Homeownership
61.1%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
39.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abe Lincoln Elem School Cicero, IL | 6.1 |
| Adlai Stevenson Elem School Elk Grove Village, IL | 6.1 |
| Anna McDonald Elem School Manhattan, IL | 6.1 |
| Briargate Elem School Cary, IL | 6.1 |
| CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Springfield, IL | 6.1 |
| Carson Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Booth Tarkington Elem School
What grades does Booth Tarkington Elem School serve?
Booth Tarkington Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Booth Tarkington Elem School?
Booth Tarkington Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 565 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Booth Tarkington Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Booth Tarkington Elem School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Booth Tarkington Elem School rank in IL?
Booth Tarkington Elem School ranks #2,041 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Booth Tarkington Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Booth Tarkington Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Booth Tarkington Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Booth Tarkington Elem School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Booth Tarkington Elem School a charter school?
No, Booth Tarkington Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Booth Tarkington Elem School a Title I school?
No, Booth Tarkington Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Booth Tarkington Elem School?
42.7% of students at Booth Tarkington Elem School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 565
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.4%
- Phone
- (847) 520-2775
Resources & Links
District
Wheeling CCSD 21- District Enrollment
- 6,205
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,330
- District Rank
- #7 of 12
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