Serving 584 students in grades 6-8, California 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 45% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than 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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
California Trail Middle School's student population of 584 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
California 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 California Trail Middle School is 0.53, 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
#303 out of 1280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)45%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
8%
7%
White
67%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is California Trail Middle School's ranking?
California Trail Middle School is ranked #303 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are California Trail Middle School often compared to?
California Trail Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Valley Middle School, Pioneer Trail Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend California Trail Middle School?
584 students attend California Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of California Trail Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of California Trail Middle School?
California Trail Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does California Trail Middle School offer ?
California Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is California Trail Middle School part of?
California Trail Middle School is part of Olathe School District.
School Reviews
3 2/6/2017
It is a dencent school but hands out too much homework so the kids can sometimes be very overwhelmed
5 4/11/2011
California Trail Middle School is a great school. It has very good academic programs, and there are many great activities for students to do. There are teachers in all areas of music, from orchestra to choir to band, so you can pick your favorite. The 2009 national spelling bee winner, Kavya Shivashankar, attended here. The Science Olympiad is successful, and the school facilities are great. They even have a pool! I love it here at California Trail Middle School.
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