Very Good
#111 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 15% of private schools
Yachad Kids Academy
Elementary School
701 W APTAKISIC RD, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
2.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
2.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#111 of 716
In Buffalo Grove
#1 of 2
public schools
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Yachad Kids Academy
Elementary School in Buffalo Grove · grades Pre-K – TK. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Yachad Kids Academy
Yachad Kids Academy is a private elementary school in Buffalo Grove, IL. Yachad Kids Academy serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades Pre-K-TK, and has a 2.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Yachad Kids Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #111 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Yachad Kids Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 2.6:1 students to teachers, Yachad Kids Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Yachad Kids Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Yachad Kids Academy compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Buffalo Grove, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Yachad Kids Academy (this school) | 7.6 |
| Prairie Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Meridian School | 8.9 |
| Twin Groves Middle School | 9.2 |
| Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr | 8.1 |
| Ivy Hall Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Tripp School | 8.9 |
| Aptakisic Junior High School | 9.1 |
| Earl Pritchett School | 9.2 |
| Cooper Middle School | 7.7 |
| Henry W Longfellow Elem School | 8.0 |
| Joyce Kilmer Elem School | 5.8 |
| Buffalo Grove High School | 8.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
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 9.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Lincolnshire), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ivy Hall Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Earl Pritchett School (rated 9.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably 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 | 9.1 |
| MONTESSORI WORLD OF DISCOVERY Buffalo Grove | 0.6 mi | — |
| Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr Buffalo Grove | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Twin Groves Middle School Buffalo Grove | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Ivy Hall Elementary School Buffalo Grove | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Meridian School Buffalo Grove | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Tripp School Buffalo Grove | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Kildeer Countryside Elem School Long Grove | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Aptakisic Junior High School Buffalo Grove | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| 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 | 7.7 |
| Adlai E Stevenson High School Lincolnshire | 1.9 mi | 9.5 |
| Earl Pritchett School Buffalo Grove | 2.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Henry W Longfellow Elem School Buffalo Grove | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Joyce Kilmer Elem School Buffalo Grove | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| TORAH ACADEMY OF BUFFALO GROVE Buffalo Grove | 2.5 mi | — |
| Buffalo Grove High School Buffalo Grove | 2.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Half Day School Lincolnshire | 2.3 mi | 9.3 |
| 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
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| SOUTH LOOP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 7.4 |
| BRICKTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 7.3 |
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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 ranks #111 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Yachad Kids Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Yachad Kids Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; 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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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 County
- Phone
- (847) 634-5600
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