Serving 709 students in grades 6-8, Prairie Trail Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 48% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 709 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairie Trail Middle School serves the northern part of Olathe, KS, covering an area of approximately 13.6 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of about 2.1 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Trail Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Trail Middle School's student population of 709 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
709 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Rankings
Prairie Trail Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Trail Middle School is 0.40, 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
#223 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
5%
7%
White
77%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Trail Middle School's ranking?
Prairie Trail Middle School is ranked #223 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Prairie Trail Middle School?
709 students attend Prairie Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Prairie Trail Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Trail Middle School?
Prairie Trail Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Trail Middle School offer ?
Prairie Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie Trail Middle School part of?
Prairie Trail Middle School is part of Olathe School District.
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