Trailridge School

Trailridge School serves 754 students in grades 6-8. 
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 754 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Trailridge School's student population of 754 students has grown by 71% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 270% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
754 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers

School Rankings

The diversity score of Trailridge School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IA)
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
7%
7%
White
75%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.43
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Trailridge School?
754 students attend Trailridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Trailridge School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trailridge School?
Trailridge School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Trailridge School offer ?
Trailridge School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Trailridge School part of?
Trailridge School is part of Waukee Comm School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 754 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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