Serving 475 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Walnut Trails 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 40% (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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Walnut Trails Elementary School serves the eastern part of Shorewood, IL, covering an area of approximately 10.2 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest points of the zone being about 4.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walnut Trails Elementary School's student population of 475 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
475 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walnut Trails 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 Walnut Trails Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#723 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
18%
29%
Black
10%
16%
White
65%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Trails Elementary School's ranking?
Walnut Trails Elementary School is ranked #723 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Walnut Trails Elementary School often compared to?
Walnut Trails Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Troy Craughwell School, Grand Prairie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% 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 Walnut Trails Elementary School?
475 students attend Walnut Trails Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Walnut Trails Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walnut Trails Elementary School?
Walnut Trails Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Walnut Trails Elementary School offer ?
Walnut Trails Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Walnut Trails Elementary School part of?
Walnut Trails Elementary School is part of Minooka CCSD 201 School District.
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