Serving 384 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mission Trail Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Mission Trail Elementary serves the northeast part of Leawood, KS, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles, with most families typically driving 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 1.1 miles, extending to a maximum of 1.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mission Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mission Trail Elementary School's student population of 384 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
384 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mission Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mission Trail Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3 out of 1269 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mission Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Mission Trail Elementary School is ranked #3 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Mission Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Mission Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leawood Elementary School, Overland Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Mission Trail Elementary School?
384 students attend Mission Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Mission Trail Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mission Trail Elementary School?
Mission Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mission Trail Elementary School offer ?
Mission Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mission Trail Elementary School part of?
Mission Trail Elementary School is part of Blue Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Mission Trail Elementary School located?
Mission Trail Elementary School is located in the Wilshire neighborhood of Leawood, KS.
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