Trailside Elementary School serves 429 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Trailside Elementary School's student population of 429 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
429 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Trailside Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
20%
7%
White
51%
70%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 05/06/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Trailside Elementary School?
429 students attend Trailside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Trailside Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trailside Elementary School?
Trailside Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Trailside Elementary School offer ?
Trailside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Trailside Elementary School part of?
Trailside Elementary School is part of Cedar Rapids Comm School District.
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