Serving 732 students in grades 6-8, Monticello Trails Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 732 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monticello Trails Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Monticello Trails Middle School's student population of 732 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
732 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Monticello Trails Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monticello Trails Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#259 out of 1264 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
4%
6%
White
82%
63%
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
3%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monticello Trails Middle School's ranking?
Monticello Trails Middle School is ranked #259 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Monticello Trails Middle School often compared to?
Monticello Trails Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mill Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Monticello Trails Middle School?
732 students attend Monticello Trails Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Monticello Trails Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 Monticello Trails Middle School?
Monticello Trails Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Monticello Trails Middle School offer ?
Monticello Trails Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Monticello Trails Middle School part of?
Monticello Trails Middle School is part of De Soto School District.
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