The top reported proficiency rate is 74% in English language arts. The lowest is 68% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Earl Pritchett School
Earl Pritchett School serves kindergarten through third grade in Buffalo Grove, a quiet residential suburb on the border of Lake and Cook counties, with a post-WWII housing stock and a family-oriented character centered on parks and local events. The school is part of Aptakisic-Tripp CCSD 102, which in April 2023 passed a building bond that will reshape district facilities over the next several years through safety upgrades, HVAC and roof replacements, new science classrooms, and STEM labs. For a homeowner in the district, that bond carries a property-tax impact of roughly that amount per year on a median-priced home, making it a material fiscal consideration for any family relocating into the area.
The school's enrollment is approximately mid-sized for its grade band, with a notably diverse student body. Students are predominantly Asian, followed by a substantial share who are white, with smaller populations of Hispanic and multiracial students and a small Black enrollment. The student composition skews toward higher-income families; free-or-reduced-price-lunch data was not available, which often indicates a school serving predominantly higher-income households. Specific data on special education identification or English learner status was not provided.
In reading, third-grade students met proficiency benchmarks at a rate that places the school above the midpoint among Lake County districts on a proficiency index across tested subjects and grades. Math results for third grade show students proficient or above at a lower rate than in reading, suggesting that mathematics instruction may be an area the school is monitoring. Only third grade has been tested under Illinois Assessment of Readiness; the school does not serve grades that are state-tested beyond that, so no broader trend or depth of assessment data is available. Testing participation was very high, indicating reliable results.
Housing in the Buffalo Grove area reflects a stable, moderately priced market. Home values are in the mid-range for the region, and rental costs suggest that renting is slightly less expensive than carrying a mortgage here. The real estate market shows normal seasonal patterns, with a modest supply of active listings and stable demand. Median days on market are relatively low, suggesting properties move relatively quickly for the area. Buffalo Grove's economy has historically centered on manufacturing, technology, and professional services, with corporate business parks and retail anchors drawing commuters, though population growth has been stagnant since the early 2000s. Several redevelopment projects, including the Clove mixed-use district now opening, are intended to add density and vitality to the village core.
No information was provided about special programs, athletics, arts offerings, or discipline policies at Earl Pritchett School. The school's instructional approach, class sizes, and how it addresses early literacy and numeracy gaps are likewise not captured in available data. A parent considering this school would benefit from visiting, reviewing the school's website and parent handbook, and speaking directly with staff about instructional methods and support structures for students who are not yet meeting grade-level benchmarks, particularly in mathematics.
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