Shawnee Mission East High School is a public high school in Prairie Village, Kansas, United States, for grades 9 through 12. It is one of five high schools operated by the Shawnee Mission USD 512 school district.
Serving 1,737 students in grades 9-12, Shawnee Mission East High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,737 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 10% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shawnee Mission East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Shawnee Mission East High School's student population of 1,737 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,737 students
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shawnee Mission East High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shawnee Mission East High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#206 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
83%
60%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lancer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shawnee Mission East High School's ranking?
Shawnee Mission East High School is ranked #206 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shawnee Mission East High School?
The graduation rate of Shawnee Mission East High School is 94%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Shawnee Mission East High School?
1,737 students attend Shawnee Mission East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Shawnee Mission East High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shawnee Mission East High School?
Shawnee Mission East High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shawnee Mission East High School offer ?
Shawnee Mission East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shawnee Mission East High School part of?
Shawnee Mission East High School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub School District.
In what neighborhood is Shawnee Mission East High School located?
Shawnee Mission East High School is located in the Prairie Ridge neighborhood of Prairie Village, KS.
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