Serving 684 students in grades 6-8, Monticello Trails Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 43% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 684 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monticello Trails Middle School's student population of 684 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
684 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Monticello Trails Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monticello Trails Middle School is 0.34, 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
#311 out of 1280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
6%
7%
White
81%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Monticello Trails Middle School's ranking?
Monticello Trails Middle School is ranked #311 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Monticello Trails Middle School often compared to?
Monticello Trails Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mill Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Monticello Trails Middle School?
684 students attend Monticello Trails Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Monticello Trails Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monticello Trails Middle School?
Monticello Trails Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Monticello Trails Middle School offer ?
Monticello Trails Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monticello Trails Middle School part of?
Monticello Trails Middle School is part of De Soto School District.
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