Serving 369 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mission Trail Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mission Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mission Trail Elementary School's student population of 369 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Mission Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mission Trail Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#4 out of 1280 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
3%
7%
White
78%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Mission Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Mission Trail Elementary School is ranked #4 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Mission Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Mission Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leawood Elementary School, Overland Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Mission Trail Elementary School?
369 students attend Mission Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Mission Trail Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mission Trail Elementary School?
Mission Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mission Trail Elementary School offer ?
Mission Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mission Trail Elementary School part of?
Mission Trail Elementary School is part of Blue Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Mission Trail Elementary School located?
Mission Trail Elementary School is located in the Wilshire neighborhood of Leawood, KS.
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