Serving 498 students in grades 6-8, River Trails Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Trails Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
River Trails Middle School's student population of 498 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
River Trails Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Trails Middle School is 0.64, 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
#606 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
25%
6%
Hispanic
17%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
52%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Trails Middle School's ranking?
River Trails Middle School is ranked #606 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend River Trails Middle School?
498 students attend River Trails Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of River Trails Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of River Trails Middle School?
River Trails Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does River Trails Middle School offer ?
River Trails Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is River Trails Middle School part of?
River Trails Middle School is part of River Trails SD 26 School District.
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