Serving 485 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Tripp 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 70% 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: 485 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Tripp School serves a central area in Buffalo Grove, IL, encompassing approximately 4.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 2.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tripp School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Tripp School's student population of 485 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
485 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
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School Rankings
Tripp 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 Tripp School is 0.61, 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
#307 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
27%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
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Asian
54%
6%
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Hispanic
6%
29%
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Black
1%
16%
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White
30%
45%
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Two or more races
9%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2002–2025 (no data for 2012 and 2022)
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tripp School's ranking?
Tripp School is ranked #307 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Tripp School often compared to?
Tripp Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Earl Pritchett School, Ivy Hall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Tripp School?
485 students attend Tripp School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Tripp School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tripp School?
Tripp School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tripp School offer ?
Tripp School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Tripp School part of?
Tripp School is part of Aptakisic-Tripp CCSD 102 School District.
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