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#91 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 2% in state

Earl Pritchett School

Elementary School · Aptakisic-Tripp CCSD 102

200 Horatio Blvd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

Enrollment

471

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#91 of 3,813

In Buffalo Grove

#1 of 12

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Aptakisic-Tripp CCSD 102

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Earl Pritchett School

9.2/10

Elementary School in Buffalo Grove · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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Nearby

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8.9/10

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About Earl Pritchett School

Earl Pritchett School is a public elementary school in Buffalo Grove, IL, part of Aptakisic-Tripp CCSD 102. Earl Pritchett School serves approximately 471 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Earl Pritchett School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #91 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Earl Pritchett School show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.0
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+17.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,960
Chronic Absenteeism28.7%

Earl Pritchett School — Students at Earl Pritchett School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 82.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 77.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 23 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
73%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
73%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
74%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2022
ELA
57%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.

How Earl Pritchett School Compares

See how Earl Pritchett School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.2/10
98th percentile in IL
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

200 Horatio Blvd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Earl Pritchett School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ivy Hall Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Prairie Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Tripp School (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Buffalo Grove, see our Buffalo Grove schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
TORAH ACADEMY OF BUFFALO GROVE Buffalo Grove 0.4 mi
Tripp School Buffalo Grove 0.8 mi 8.9
ST MARY SCHOOL Buffalo Grove 0.9 mi 6.6
Aptakisic Junior High School Buffalo Grove 1.2 mi 9.1
Eugene Field Elem School Wheeling 1.2 mi 5.5
Jack London Middle School Wheeling 1.4 mi 6.0
Joyce Kilmer Elem School Buffalo Grove 1.3 mi 5.8
BUFFALO GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Buffalo Grove 1.5 mi
Booth Tarkington Elem School Wheeling 1.7 mi 6.1
POKO LOKO CHILD CARE CENTER Wheeling 1.9 mi
Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr Buffalo Grove 1.6 mi 8.1
Wheeling High School Wheeling 2.2 mi 7.2
Mark Twain Elem School Wheeling 2.1 mi 6.1
Meridian School Buffalo Grove 2.3 mi 8.9
Prairie Elementary School Buffalo Grove 2.0 mi 9.1
J W Riley Elem School Arlington Heights 2.3 mi 7.0
Ivy Hall Elementary School Buffalo Grove 1.9 mi 9.2
Cooper Middle School Buffalo Grove 1.9 mi 7.7
YACHAD KIDS ACADEMY Buffalo Grove 2.2 mi 7.6
Henry W Longfellow Elem School Buffalo Grove 2.0 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60089 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$129,932

Median Home Value

$393,000

Median Rent

$2,042/mo

Population

42,781

College Educated

66.7%

Homeownership

81.5%

Avg Commute

27.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

42.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Earl Pritchett School

What grades does Earl Pritchett School serve?

Earl Pritchett School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Earl Pritchett School?

Earl Pritchett School has an enrollment of approximately 471 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Earl Pritchett School?

The student-teacher ratio at Earl Pritchett School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Earl Pritchett School rank in IL?

Earl Pritchett School ranks #91 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Earl Pritchett School's MySchoolScout rating?

Earl Pritchett School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Earl Pritchett School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Earl Pritchett School has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Earl Pritchett School a charter school?

No, Earl Pritchett School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Earl Pritchett School a Title I school?

No, Earl Pritchett School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.7%

District

Aptakisic-Tripp CCSD 102
District Enrollment
2,548
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,960
District Rank
#1 of 4

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