Olathe Northwest High School is a public high school located in Olathe, Kansas, United States, serving students in grades 9–12. The school is one of five high schools in the Olathe USD 233 school district. The school colors are blue, black, and white, and the school mascot is the Raven.
Serving 1,958 students in grades 9-12, Olathe Northwest High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,958 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Olathe Northwest High School serves the northwest part of Olathe, KS, covering an area of approximately 29.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 4.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olathe Northwest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Olathe Northwest High School's student population of 1,958 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 125 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,958 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
125 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
School Rankings
Olathe Northwest High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olathe Northwest High School is 0.45, 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
#492 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Blue
School Mascot
Raven
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olathe Northwest High School's ranking?
Olathe Northwest High School is ranked #492 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Olathe Northwest High School often compared to?
Olathe Northwest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olathe North Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Olathe Northwest High School?
The graduation rate of Olathe Northwest High School is 92%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Olathe Northwest High School?
1,958 students attend Olathe Northwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Olathe Northwest High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olathe Northwest High School?
Olathe Northwest High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Olathe Northwest High School offer ?
Olathe Northwest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olathe Northwest High School part of?
Olathe Northwest High School is part of Olathe School District.
In what neighborhood is Olathe Northwest High School located?
Olathe Northwest High School is located in the Mill Creek Farms neighborhood of Olathe, KS.
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