Trailside Elementary School serves 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-4.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5% in IN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trailside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Trailside Elementary School's student population of 547 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
547 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Trailside Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
39%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
76%
62%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Trailside Elementary School?
547 students attend Trailside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Trailside Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trailside Elementary School?
Trailside Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Trailside Elementary School offer ?
Trailside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Trailside Elementary School part of?
Trailside Elementary School is part of Zionsville Community Schools.
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