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#127 of 716 private schools in IL

Top 18% of private schools

Yachad Kids Academy

Elementary School

701 W APTAKISIC RD, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 11 schools in Buffalo Grove. Learn more

Enrollment

30

Student-Teacher

2.6:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – TK

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Buffalo Grove

#1 of 2

public schools

Illinois elementary schools

#65 of 471

Academic performance

8.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Yachad Kids Academy

Yachad Kids Academy is a small early childhood program in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, serving 30 students in pre-kindergarten and transitional kindergarten. With 12 full-time equivalent teachers and a student-teacher ratio of 2.6 to 1, the school provides a richly staffed, individualized environment for its youngest learners. Academic performance data and state rankings are not currently available.

Located in ZIP code 60089 in Lake County, the school draws from a large suburban community where the median household income is $127,537 and median home values are $380,500. About 67 percent of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the poverty rate is 6.2 percent across a population of approximately 42,900. Buffalo Grove is a prosperous north suburban Chicago community with a large and active Jewish community, and Yachad Kids Academy serves families looking for culturally and educationally aligned early childhood programming in this well-resourced suburban setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 30 students, Yachad Kids Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 2.6:1, Yachad Kids Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Yachad Kids Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Yachad Kids Academy compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Buffalo Grove, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
2.6:1
This School
vs
14.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
30
This School
vs
692
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.5
This School
vs
7.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 76.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 10% vs 0%
Asian 3.3% vs 0%
Yachad Kids Academy Buffalo Grove Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Yachad Kids Academy (this school) 7.5
Prairie Elementary School 6.9
Meridian School 8.1
Twin Groves Middle School 6.9
Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr 7.5
Ivy Hall Elementary School 7.8
Tripp School 7.9
Aptakisic Junior High School 7.7
Earl Pritchett School 7.1
Cooper Middle School 8.5
Henry W Longfellow Elem School 4.9
Joyce Kilmer Elem School 5.2
Buffalo Grove High School 7.2

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IL.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 2.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,440
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 39%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
D 1.4 / 10
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Enrollment 30
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in IL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 76.7%
Hispanic 10.0%
Two or More 10.0%
Asian 3.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

701 W APTAKISIC RD, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Yachad Kids Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Half Day School (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Lincolnshire), which scores notably higher. Another option is Meridian School (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Tripp School (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Buffalo Grove, see our Buffalo Grove schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Prairie Elementary School Buffalo Grove 0.2 mi 6.9
MONTESSORI WORLD OF DISCOVERY Buffalo Grove 0.6 mi
Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr Buffalo Grove 1.0 mi 7.5
Twin Groves Middle School Buffalo Grove 1.0 mi 6.9
Ivy Hall Elementary School Buffalo Grove 1.0 mi 7.8
Meridian School Buffalo Grove 1.0 mi 8.1
Tripp School Buffalo Grove 1.4 mi 7.9
Kildeer Countryside Elem School Long Grove 1.4 mi 5.3
Aptakisic Junior High School Buffalo Grove 1.4 mi 7.7
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF LONG GROVE Long Grove 1.5 mi 6.0
ST MARY SCHOOL Buffalo Grove 2.0 mi 6.6
Cooper Middle School Buffalo Grove 2.3 mi 8.5
Adlai E Stevenson High School Lincolnshire 1.9 mi 9.1
Earl Pritchett School Buffalo Grove 2.2 mi 7.1
Henry W Longfellow Elem School Buffalo Grove 2.6 mi 4.9
Joyce Kilmer Elem School Buffalo Grove 2.8 mi 5.2
TORAH ACADEMY OF BUFFALO GROVE Buffalo Grove 2.5 mi
Buffalo Grove High School Buffalo Grove 2.9 mi 7.2
Half Day School Lincolnshire 2.3 mi 8.6
BUFFALO GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Buffalo Grove 3.1 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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Yachad Kids Academy has a median household income of $129,932. It is a well-educated community where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $393,000, with a median rent of $2,042/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Yachad Kids Academy

What grades does Yachad Kids Academy serve?

Yachad Kids Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through TK.

How many students attend Yachad Kids Academy?

Yachad Kids Academy has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Yachad Kids Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Yachad Kids Academy is 2.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Yachad Kids Academy rank in IL?

Yachad Kids Academy is ranked #127 out of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Yachad Kids Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Yachad Kids Academy has a composite rating of 7.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Yachad Kids Academy a private school?

Yes, Yachad Kids Academy is a private coeducational school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Yachad Kids Academy a religious school?

Yachad Kids Academy has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
63 Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (752/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Buffalo Grove). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
30
Gender Split
27% M / 73% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
2.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Jewish
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
LAKE
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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