Serving 494 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Midland Trail ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midland Trail ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Midland Trail's student population of 494 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
494 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Midland Trail ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midland Trail is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#674 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
56%
21%
Black
17%
7%
White
20%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midland Trail's ranking?
Midland Trail is ranked #674 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Midland Trail often compared to?
Midland Trailis often viewed alongside schools like Junction Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Midland Trail?
494 students attend Midland Trail.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Midland Trail students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Midland Trail?
Midland Trail has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Midland Trail offer ?
Midland Trail offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Midland Trail part of?
Midland Trail is part of Turner-Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Midland Trail located?
Midland Trail is located in the Turner neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 4 other public schools located in Turner.
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