Serving 329 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Indian Trail Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Indian Trail Elementary School's student population of 329 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Indian Trail Elementary School is 0.63, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
17%
27%
Black
12%
17%
White
57%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Indian Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Indian Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingsley Elementary School, Hillcrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Indian Trail Elementary School?
329 students attend Indian Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Indian Trail Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indian Trail Elementary School?
Indian Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Indian Trail Elementary School offer ?
Indian Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Indian Trail Elementary School part of?
Indian Trail Elementary School is part of Downers Grove Gsd 58 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School (Half Day)
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
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