East Trails Middle School serves 1,042 students in grades 6-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,042 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Trails Middle School's student population of 1,042 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,042 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of East Trails Middle School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
12%
15%
White
69%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend East Trails Middle School?
1,042 students attend East Trails Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of East Trails Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Trails Middle School?
East Trails Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Trails Middle School offer ?
East Trails Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is East Trails Middle School part of?
East Trails Middle School is part of Lee's Summit R-VII School District.
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