Serving 633 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Indian Trail Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Indian Trail Elementary School's student population of 633 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
633 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Indian Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Trail Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#398 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)78%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
24%
22%
Black
12%
24%
White
53%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Union County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Trail Elementary School is ranked #398 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Indian Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Indian Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union Prep Academy At Indian Trail by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Indian Trail Elementary School?
633 students attend Indian Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Indian Trail Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Trail Elementary School?
Indian Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Indian Trail Elementary School offer ?
Indian Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian Trail Elementary School part of?
Indian Trail Elementary School is part of Union County School District.
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