Serving 430 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Earl Pritchett School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Earl Pritchett School is centrally located in Buffalo Grove, IL, serving an attendance area that spans approximately 1.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Earl Pritchett School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Earl Pritchett School's student population of 430 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
430 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
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Year Founded
1981
School Calendar
School Rankings
Earl Pritchett School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Earl Pritchett School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#189 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
30%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
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Asian
58%
6%
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Hispanic
4%
29%
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Black
1%
16%
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White
32%
45%
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Two or more races
5%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Earl Pritchett School's ranking?
Earl Pritchett School is ranked #189 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Earl Pritchett School often compared to?
Earl Pritchett Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tripp School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Earl Pritchett School?
430 students attend Earl Pritchett School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Earl Pritchett School students are Asian, 32% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Earl Pritchett School?
Earl Pritchett School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Earl Pritchett School offer ?
Earl Pritchett School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Earl Pritchett School part of?
Earl Pritchett School is part of Aptakisic-Tripp CCSD 102 School District.
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