Serving 633 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Indian Trail Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Indian Trail Elementary serves the northwest part of Indian Trail, NC, covering an area of approximately 6.6 square miles, with most students typically living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 2.9 miles away, with an average distance of 2 miles to the zone's boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Indian Trail Elementary School's student population of 633 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
633 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Indian Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Trail Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#398 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)78%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Trail Elementary School is ranked #398 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Indian Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Indian Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union Prep Academy At Indian Trail by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Indian Trail Elementary School?
633 students attend Indian Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Indian Trail Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Trail Elementary School?
Indian Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Indian Trail Elementary School offer ?
Indian Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian Trail Elementary School part of?
Indian Trail Elementary School is part of Union County School District.
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