Serving 737 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). 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 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 737 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Trail Middle School's student population of 737 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
737 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Rankings
Prairie Trail Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Trail Middle 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
#212 out of 1280 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
29%
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%
22%
Black
5%
7%
White
78%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
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 Prairie Trail Middle School's ranking?
Prairie Trail Middle School is ranked #212 out of 1,280 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% 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?
737 students attend Prairie Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Prairie Trail Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% 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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