Serving 541 students in grades 6-8, Indian Trail Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Trail Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Indian Trail Middle School's student population of 541 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Indian Trail Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Trail Middle School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1282 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
35%
28%
Black
15%
17%
White
43%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Trail Middle School's ranking?
Indian Trail Middle School is ranked #1282 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Indian Trail Middle School?
541 students attend Indian Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Indian Trail Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indian Trail Middle School?
Indian Trail Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Indian Trail Middle School offer ?
Indian Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Indian Trail Middle School part of?
Indian Trail Middle School is part of Plainfield SD 202 School District.
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