Excellent
#506 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 13% in state
Based on limited data
Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr
Elementary School · Kildeer Countryside CCSD 96
777 Checker Dr, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 11 schools in Buffalo Grove. Learn more
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#506 of 3,813
In Buffalo Grove
#9 of 12
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
Kildeer Countryside CCSD 96
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr
Elementary School in Buffalo Grove · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Ivy Hall Elementary School
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Montessori World of Discovery
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About Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr
Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr is a public elementary school in Buffalo Grove, IL, part of Kildeer Countryside CCSD 96. Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr serves approximately 405 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #506 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 8.8
- IL avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Test Scores
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How Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr Compares
See how Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
777 Checker Dr, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ivy Hall Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Earl Pritchett School (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Prairie Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Buffalo Grove, see our Buffalo Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ivy Hall Elementary School Buffalo Grove | 0.3 mi | 9.2 |
| MONTESSORI WORLD OF DISCOVERY Buffalo Grove | 0.7 mi | — |
| Prairie Elementary School Buffalo Grove | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| YACHAD KIDS ACADEMY Buffalo Grove | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Buffalo Grove | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Cooper Middle School Buffalo Grove | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Tripp School Buffalo Grove | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Henry W Longfellow Elem School Buffalo Grove | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF LONG GROVE Long Grove | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Kildeer Countryside Elem School Long Grove | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Buffalo Grove High School Buffalo Grove | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Meridian School Buffalo Grove | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Joyce Kilmer Elem School Buffalo Grove | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Twin Groves Middle School Buffalo Grove | 2.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Aptakisic Junior High School Buffalo Grove | 1.5 mi | 9.1 |
| Earl Pritchett School Buffalo Grove | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| BUFFALO GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Buffalo Grove | 2.2 mi | — |
| BRIGHT HORIZONS Arlington Heights | 2.1 mi | — |
| NEWHOPE ACADEMY Arlington Heights | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| TORAH ACADEMY OF BUFFALO GROVE Buffalo Grove | 2.0 mi | — |
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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| Algonquin Road Elem School Fox River Grove, IL | 8.1 |
| Ardmore Elem School Villa Park, IL | 8.1 |
| Burr Elem School Chicago, IL | 8.1 |
| Carol Stream Elem School Carol Stream, IL | 8.1 |
| Casals Elem School Chicago, IL | 8.1 |
| Durand Elem School Durand, IL | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr
What grades does Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr serve?
Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr?
Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr?
The student-teacher ratio at Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr rank in IL?
Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr ranks #506 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr's MySchoolScout rating?
Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr a charter school?
No, Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr a Title I school?
No, Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 405
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.3%
- Phone
- (847) 541-3660
Resources & Links
District
Kildeer Countryside CCSD 96- District Enrollment
- 3,496
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,281
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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