Serving 480 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Troy Heritage Trail School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Troy Heritage Trail School serves the southeastern part of Joliet, IL, covering an area of approximately 12.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the school from the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 4.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Troy Heritage Trail School's student population of 480 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
480 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
School Rankings
Troy Heritage Trail School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Troy Heritage Trail 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
#1255 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
40%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
22%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
31%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Troy Heritage Trail School's ranking?
Troy Heritage Trail School is ranked #1255 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Troy Heritage Trail School?
480 students attend Troy Heritage Trail School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Troy Heritage Trail School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Troy Heritage Trail School?
Troy Heritage Trail School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Troy Heritage Trail School offer ?
Troy Heritage Trail School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Troy Heritage Trail School part of?
Troy Heritage Trail School is part of Troy CCSD 30c School District.
In what neighborhood is Troy Heritage Trail School located?
Troy Heritage Trail School is located in the Cambridge neighborhood of Joliet, IL.
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