Serving 30 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Dale M Thompson/trails West S ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri 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 Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dale M Thompson/trails West S ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dale M Thompson/trails West S's student population of 30 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dale M Thompson/trails West S ranks within the top 30% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dale M Thompson/trails West S is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#522 out of 2092 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
43%
15%
White
40%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dale M Thompson/trails West S's ranking?
Dale M Thompson/trails West S is ranked #522 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Dale M Thompson/trails West S often compared to?
Dale M Thompson/trails West Sis often viewed alongside schools like Maple Valley School, Central High School, Lakeview Woods School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Dale M Thompson/trails West S?
30 students attend Dale M Thompson/trails West S.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Dale M Thompson/trails West S students are Black, 40% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dale M Thompson/trails West S?
Dale M Thompson/trails West S has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dale M Thompson/trails West S offer ?
Dale M Thompson/trails West S offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Dale M Thompson/trails West S part of?
Dale M Thompson/trails West S is part of Mo Schls For The Sev Disabled School District.
In what neighborhood is Dale M Thompson/trails West S located?
Dale M Thompson/trails West S is located in the Royal Oaks neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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