Serving 2,011 students in grades 9-12, Olathe North Sr 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 23% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,011 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Olathe North Sr High serves the southwest area of Olathe, KS, encompassing approximately 18.5 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olathe North Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Olathe North Sr High School's student population of 2,011 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 141 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,011 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
141 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1883
School Rankings
Olathe North Sr 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 Olathe North Sr High School is 0.67, 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
#712 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
33%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
46%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
91%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olathe North Sr High School's ranking?
Olathe North Sr High School is ranked #712 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Olathe North Sr High School often compared to?
Olathe North Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olathe Northwest High School, Olathe East Sr High School, Olathe South Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Olathe North Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Olathe North Sr High School is 91%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Olathe North Sr High School?
2,011 students attend Olathe North Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Olathe North Sr High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olathe North Sr High School?
Olathe North Sr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Olathe North Sr High School offer ?
Olathe North Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olathe North Sr High School part of?
Olathe North Sr High School is part of Olathe School District.
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