Serving 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Spring Trail Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Spring Trail Elementary School serves the southeast part of Carol Stream, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spring Trail Elementary School's student population of 486 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
486 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Spring Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Trail Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#779 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
22%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Spring Trail Elementary School is ranked #779 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Spring Trail Elementary School?
486 students attend Spring Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Spring Trail Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring Trail Elementary School?
Spring Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spring Trail Elementary School offer ?
Spring Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Spring Trail Elementary School part of?
Spring Trail Elementary School is part of School District U-46.
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