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Indian Trails Elementary School

25102 E. Us 24 Highway
Independence, MO 64056
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 357 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Indian Trails Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 357 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Bottom 50% in MO
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Indian Trails Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Indian Trails Elementary School's student population of 357 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Indian Trails Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Trails Elementary School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MO)
#1475 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
25-29%
40%
35-39%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
18%
15%
White
57%
68%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.62
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Indian Trails Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Trails Elementary School is ranked #1475 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Indian Trails Elementary School?
357 students attend Indian Trails Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Indian Trails Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Trails Elementary School?
Indian Trails Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Indian Trails Elementary School offer ?
Indian Trails Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian Trails Elementary School part of?
Indian Trails Elementary School is part of Fort Osage R-I School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 357 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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