Serving 655 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 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 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 655 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monticello Trails Middle School serves the northeast area of Shawnee, KS, covering approximately 7.1 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monticello Trails Middle School's student population of 655 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
655 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monticello Trails 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 Monticello Trails Middle School is 0.27, 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
#325 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
5%
7%
White
85%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #325 out of 1,269 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Monticello Trails Middle School?
655 students attend Monticello Trails Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Monticello Trails Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monticello Trails Middle School?
Monticello Trails Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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