Serving 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Midland Trail ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midland Trail ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Midland Trail's student population of 492 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Midland Trail ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midland Trail is 0.65, 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
#517 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
52%
22%
Black
22%
7%
White
18%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
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 Midland Trail's ranking?
Midland Trail is ranked #517 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Midland Trail often compared to?
Midland Trailis often viewed alongside schools like Junction Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Midland Trail?
492 students attend Midland Trail.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Midland Trail students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midland Trail?
Midland Trail has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Midland Trail offer ?
Midland Trail offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Midland Trail part of?
Midland Trail is part of Turner-Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Midland Trail located?
Midland Trail is located in the Turner neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 4 other public schools located in Turner.
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