Excellent
#127 of 1,823 schools in IN
Top 7% in state
Based on limited data
Trailside Elementary School
Elementary School · Zionsville Community Schools
4200 South 875 East, Zionsville, IN 46077
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#127 of 1,823
In Zionsville
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
Zionsville Community Schools
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Trailside Elementary School
Elementary School in Zionsville · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Trailside Elementary School
Trailside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Zionsville, IN, part of Zionsville Community Schools. Trailside Elementary School serves approximately 519 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Trailside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #127 of 1,823 schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for Trailside Elementary School show 80% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 8.8
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Trailside Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Trailside Elementary School — Students at Trailside Elementary School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
2.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 8 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
How Trailside Elementary School Compares
See how Trailside Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4200 South 875 East, Zionsville, IN 46077
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Trailside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Zionsville Pleasant View Elem Sch (rated 9.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is West Clay Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Carmel), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Eagle Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Zionsville, see our Zionsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Zionsville Pleasant View Elem Sch Zionsville | 1.3 mi | 9.6 |
| Zionsville Middle School Zionsville | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Stonegate Elementary Zionsville | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Zionsville West Middle School Whitestown | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Zionsville Community High School Zionsville | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Boone Meadow Whitestown | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Eagle Elementary School Zionsville | 2.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Union Elementary School Zionsville | 3.5 mi | 8.5 |
| TRADERS POINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Whitestown | 3.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Fishback Creek Public Academy Indianapolis | 4.8 mi | 8.5 |
| ADVENT LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL Zionsville | 4.1 mi | — |
| Creekside Middle School Carmel | 4.7 mi | 8.9 |
| College Wood Elementary School Carmel | 4.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Perry Worth Elementary School Lebanon | 4.8 mi | 6.9 |
| West Clay Elementary School Carmel | 5.0 mi | 9.5 |
| INDIANA MONTESSORI ACADEMY Carmel | 5.0 mi | — |
| UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL OF INDIANA Carmel | 5.3 mi | 8.2 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT WEST CLAY Carmel | 5.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Indiana Connections Academy Indianapolis | 7.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Indiana Connections Career Academy Indianapolis | 7.3 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46077 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$160,868
Median Home Value
$534,600
Median Rent
$1,672/mo
Population
35,378
College Educated
72.7%
Homeownership
84.1%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
41.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Corydon Elementary School Corydon, IN | 8.7 |
| Cumberland Road Elem School Fishers, IN | 8.7 |
| George Bibich Elementary School Dyer, IN | 8.7 |
| Granville Wells Elementary School Jamestown, IN | 8.7 |
| Harrison Parkway Elementary School Fishers, IN | 8.7 |
| Jerry Ross Elementary School Crown Point, IN | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Trailside Elementary School
What grades does Trailside Elementary School serve?
Trailside Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Trailside Elementary School?
Trailside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 519 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Trailside Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Trailside Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Trailside Elementary School rank in IN?
Trailside Elementary School ranks #127 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is Trailside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Trailside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Trailside Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Trailside Elementary School has 80% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
Is Trailside Elementary School a charter school?
No, Trailside Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Trailside Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Trailside Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Trailside Elementary School?
2.9% of students at Trailside Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 519
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 2.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Boone County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.4%
- Phone
- (317) 873-8057
Resources & Links
District
Zionsville Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 7,923
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,024
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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