Best Trenton Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 699 students in Trenton, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Trenton, IL are Trenton Elementary School and Wesclin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Trenton, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Trenton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Trenton, IL (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Trenton Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
315 N. Main St.
Trenton, IL 62293
(618) 224-9411
Gr: PK-3 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Wesclin Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
10003 State Route 160
Trenton, IL 62293
(618) 224-7355
Gr: 4-8 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Trenton, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Trenton, IL include Trenton Elementary School and Wesclin Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Trenton?
2 public elementary schools are located in Trenton.
What is the racial composition of students in Trenton?
Trenton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

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