Serving 699 students in grades 6-8, Mission Trail Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mission Trail Middle School's student population of 699 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
699 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Mission Trail Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mission Trail Middle School is 0.34, which is less 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
#380 out of 1280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
29%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
32%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
31%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
3%
3%

Hispanic
7%
22%

Black
5%
7%

White
81%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mission Trail Middle School's ranking?
Mission Trail Middle School is ranked #380 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Mission Trail Middle School often compared to?
Mission Trail Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oregon Trail Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Mission Trail Middle School?
699 students attend Mission Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Mission Trail Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mission Trail Middle School?
Mission Trail Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mission Trail Middle School offer ?
Mission Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mission Trail Middle School part of?
Mission Trail Middle School is part of Olathe School District.
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