Serving 562 students in grades 6-8, Summit Trail Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit Trail Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Summit Trail Middle School's student population of 562 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Summit Trail Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summit Trail Middle School is 0.60, 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
#530 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
17%
22%
Black
13%
7%
White
60%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit Trail Middle School's ranking?
Summit Trail Middle School is ranked #530 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Summit Trail Middle School?
562 students attend Summit Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Summit Trail Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Summit Trail Middle School?
Summit Trail Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Summit Trail Middle School offer ?
Summit Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Summit Trail Middle School part of?
Summit Trail Middle School is part of Olathe School District.
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