Serving 680 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). 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 14:1 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 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mission Trail Middle School serves the northwest part of Olathe, KS, covering an area of approximately 15.7 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 2.9 miles from the school to the attendance zone's edge. The furthest edge of the zone is located about 5.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mission Trail Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mission Trail Middle School's student population of 680 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
680 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
School Rankings
Mission Trail Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mission Trail Middle School is 0.32, 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
#282 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
31%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
23%
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Black
4%
7%
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White
82%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mission Trail Middle School's ranking?
Mission Trail Middle School is ranked #282 out of 1,269 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?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% 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?
680 students attend Mission Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Mission Trail Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mission Trail Middle School?
Mission Trail Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mission Trail Middle School part of?
Mission Trail Middle School is part of Olathe School District.
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