Serving 617 students in grades 6-8, Santa Fe Trail Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% 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: 617 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Fe Trail Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Santa Fe Trail Middle School's student population of 617 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
617 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1967
School Rankings
Santa Fe Trail Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santa Fe Trail Middle School is 0.68, 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
#1046 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
38%
22%
Black
11%
7%
White
41%
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
50%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Santa Fe Trail Middle School's ranking?
Santa Fe Trail Middle School is ranked #1046 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Santa Fe Trail Middle School often compared to?
Santa Fe Trail Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oregon Trail Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Santa Fe Trail Middle School?
617 students attend Santa Fe Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Santa Fe Trail Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Santa Fe Trail Middle School?
Santa Fe Trail Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Santa Fe Trail Middle School offer ?
Santa Fe Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Santa Fe Trail Middle School part of?
Santa Fe Trail Middle School is part of Olathe School District.
In what neighborhood is Santa Fe Trail Middle School located?
Santa Fe Trail Middle School is located in the North Ridge neighborhood of Olathe, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in North Ridge.
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