Serving 22 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- 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
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dale M Thompson/trails West S's student population of 22 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
22 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dale M Thompson/trails West S ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 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 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#552 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
41%
15%
White
41%
67%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
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 #552 out of 2,076 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, Lakeview Woods School, B W Sheperd 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 40% MO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Dale M Thompson/trails West S?
22 students attend Dale M Thompson/trails West S.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Dale M Thompson/trails West S students are Black, 41% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dale M Thompson/trails West S?
Dale M Thompson/trails West S has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dale M Thompson/trails West S offer ?
Dale M Thompson/trails West S offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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