Lexington Trails Middle School

ltms.usd232.org

393 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Lexington Trails Middle School (LTMS), located in De Soto, Kansas, serves as a central academic hub for the De Soto School District (USD 232). Dedicated to fostering a supportive and rigorous learning environment, the school focuses on the developmental needs of early adolescents, providing a curriculum that bridges the gap between elementary education and high school preparation. The school places a high priority on student engagement, encouraging participation in a wide array of extracurricular activities, including athletics, performing arts, and various academic clubs designed to build character and community.

Beyond academics, Lexington Trails is known for its commitment to maintaining a safe and inclusive culture for all students. By utilizing a comprehensive approach to education, the school emphasizes both personal responsibility and collaborative learning. With its modern facilities and a dedicated faculty, LTMS strives to prepare its students to be effective communicators and critical thinkers, ensuring they are well-equipped to succeed as they transition into their future secondary education endeavors.

393

Total Students

31.4

Full-Time Teachers

12.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

31.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lexington Trails Middle School
Demographic	Student Count
White	294
Hispanic	80
Black	3
Asian	3
Two or More	12
American Indian	1

White
294 (74.8%)
Hispanic
80 (20.4%)
Two or More
12 (3.1%)
Black
3 (0.8%)
Asian
3 (0.8%)
American Indian
1 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	De Soto
Phone:	(913)667-6260
Website:	http://ltms.usd232.org
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	393
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	31.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	97
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	27

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 118

Grade 7 135

Grade 8 140