Serving 582 students in grades 6-8, Pioneer Trail Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioneer Trail Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pioneer Trail Middle School's student population of 582 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Mascot
The Panther
School Rankings
Pioneer Trail Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Trail Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#825 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
25%
22%
Black
15%
7%
White
45%
61%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Trail Middle School's ranking?
Pioneer Trail Middle School is ranked #825 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Pioneer Trail Middle School often compared to?
Pioneer Trail Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like California Trail Middle School, Prairie Trail Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Trail Middle School?
582 students attend Pioneer Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Pioneer Trail Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pioneer Trail Middle School?
Pioneer Trail Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pioneer Trail Middle School offer ?
Pioneer Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pioneer Trail Middle School part of?
Pioneer Trail Middle School is part of Olathe School District.
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