Shawnee Mission West High School is a fully accredited public high school located in Overland Park, Kansas, United States, serving students in grades 9-12. Shawnee Mission West is one of several public high schools located within Overland Park and operated by Shawnee Mission USD 512 school district.
Serving 1,599 students in grades 9-12, Shawnee Mission West High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,599 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shawnee Mission West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Shawnee Mission West High School's student population of 1,599 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,599 students
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shawnee Mission West High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shawnee Mission West High School is 0.69, which is more 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
#863 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
33%
23%
Black
15%
7%
White
42%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shawnee Mission West High School's ranking?
Shawnee Mission West High School is ranked #863 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Shawnee Mission West High School often compared to?
Shawnee Mission West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shawnee Mission Northwest High School, Shawnee Mission South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shawnee Mission West High School?
The graduation rate of Shawnee Mission West High School is 84%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Shawnee Mission West High School?
1,599 students attend Shawnee Mission West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Shawnee Mission West High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shawnee Mission West High School?
Shawnee Mission West High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shawnee Mission West High School offer ?
Shawnee Mission West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shawnee Mission West High School part of?
Shawnee Mission West High School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub School District.
In what neighborhood is Shawnee Mission West High School located?
Shawnee Mission West High School is located in the Elmhurst neighborhood of Overland Park, KS.
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