Serving 508 students in grades 6-8, River Trails Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower 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 (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Trails Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
River Trails Middle School's student population of 508 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
508 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
River Trails Middle 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 River Trails Middle 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
#637 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
6%
Hispanic
16%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
53%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Trails Middle School's ranking?
River Trails Middle School is ranked #637 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are River Trails Middle School often compared to?
River Trails Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Middle School, Holmes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend River Trails Middle School?
508 students attend River Trails Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of River Trails Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Trails Middle School?
River Trails Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does River Trails Middle School offer ?
River Trails Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is River Trails Middle School part of?
River Trails Middle School is part of River Trails SD 26 School District.
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