Serving 637 students in grades 6-8, Chisholm Trail Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 637 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chisholm Trail Middle School's student population of 637 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
637 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chisholm Trail Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chisholm Trail Middle School is 0.41, 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
#414 out of 1264 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
10%
6%
White
76%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chisholm Trail Middle School's ranking?
Chisholm Trail Middle School is ranked #414 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Chisholm Trail Middle School?
637 students attend Chisholm Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Chisholm Trail Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chisholm Trail Middle School?
Chisholm Trail Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chisholm Trail Middle School offer ?
Chisholm Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chisholm Trail Middle School part of?
Chisholm Trail Middle School is part of Olathe School District.
In what neighborhood is Chisholm Trail Middle School located?
Chisholm Trail Middle School is located in the Bradford Meadows neighborhood of Olathe, KS.
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