Serving 692 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Country Trails Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Country Trails Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Country Trails Elementary School's student population of 692 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Country Trails Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Country Trails Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#580 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
6%
Hispanic
17%
28%
Black
2%
17%
White
53%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Country Trails Elementary School's ranking?
Country Trails Elementary School is ranked #580 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Country Trails Elementary School often compared to?
Country Trails Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie View Grade School, Corron Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Country Trails Elementary School?
692 students attend Country Trails Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Country Trails Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Country Trails Elementary School?
Country Trails Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Country Trails Elementary School offer ?
Country Trails Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Country Trails Elementary School part of?
Country Trails Elementary School is part of Central Community Unit School District 301.
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