Excellent
#168 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 4% in state
Tripp School
Elementary School · Aptakisic-Tripp CCSD 102
850 Highland Grove Dr, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#168 of 3,813
In Buffalo Grove
#7 of 12
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Aptakisic-Tripp CCSD 102
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Tripp School
Elementary School in Buffalo Grove · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Tripp School
Tripp School is a public elementary school in Buffalo Grove, IL, part of Aptakisic-Tripp CCSD 102. Tripp School serves approximately 517 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Tripp School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #168 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Tripp School show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 9.0
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Tripp School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Tripp School — Students at Tripp School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.
How Tripp School Compares
See how Tripp 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
850 Highland Grove Dr, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tripp School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Half Day School (rated 9.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Lincolnshire), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Earl Pritchett School (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ivy Hall Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Buffalo Grove, see our Buffalo Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Aptakisic Junior High School Buffalo Grove | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Earl Pritchett School Buffalo Grove | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Buffalo Grove | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| TORAH ACADEMY OF BUFFALO GROVE Buffalo Grove | 1.1 mi | — |
| Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr Buffalo Grove | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Meridian School Buffalo Grove | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Prairie Elementary School Buffalo Grove | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| YACHAD KIDS ACADEMY Buffalo Grove | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Ivy Hall Elementary School Buffalo Grove | 1.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Joyce Kilmer Elem School Buffalo Grove | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| MONTESSORI WORLD OF DISCOVERY Buffalo Grove | 1.6 mi | — |
| Eugene Field Elem School Wheeling | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| BUFFALO GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Buffalo Grove | 2.1 mi | — |
| Twin Groves Middle School Buffalo Grove | 2.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Cooper Middle School Buffalo Grove | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Jack London Middle School Wheeling | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Adlai E Stevenson High School Lincolnshire | 2.3 mi | 9.5 |
| Booth Tarkington Elem School Wheeling | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Henry W Longfellow Elem School Buffalo Grove | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Half Day School Lincolnshire | 2.4 mi | 9.3 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arnett C Lines Elem School Barrington, IL | 8.9 |
| Butterfield School Libertyville, IL | 8.9 |
| Country Meadows Elem School Long Grove, IL | 8.9 |
| Horace Mann Elem School Oak Park, IL | 8.9 |
| Kingsley Elementary School Evanston, IL | 8.9 |
| LEARN John Kathy Schreiber Chrtr Waukegan, IL | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tripp School
What grades does Tripp School serve?
Tripp School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Tripp School?
Tripp School has an enrollment of approximately 517 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tripp School?
The student-teacher ratio at Tripp School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tripp School rank in IL?
Tripp School ranks #168 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Tripp School's MySchoolScout rating?
Tripp School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Tripp School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tripp School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Tripp School a charter school?
No, Tripp School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tripp School a Title I school?
No, Tripp School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 517
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.9%
- Phone
- (847) 955-3606
Resources & Links
District
Aptakisic-Tripp CCSD 102- District Enrollment
- 2,548
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,960
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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