Serving 666 students in grades 6-8, Frontier 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 38% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 666 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frontier Trail Middle School's student population of 666 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
666 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Frontier Trail Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frontier Trail Middle School is 0.46, which is less 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
#433 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
14%
22%
Black
6%
7%
White
72%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Frontier Trail Middle School's ranking?
Frontier Trail Middle School is ranked #433 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Frontier Trail Middle School often compared to?
Frontier Trail Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Trail Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Frontier Trail Middle School?
666 students attend Frontier Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Frontier Trail Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frontier Trail Middle School?
Frontier Trail Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Frontier Trail Middle School offer ?
Frontier Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frontier Trail Middle School part of?
Frontier Trail Middle School is part of Olathe School District.
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