Serving 1,908 students in grades 9-12, Olathe Northwest High School ranks in the top 30% 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 37% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,908 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Olathe Northwest High School's student population of 1,908 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,908 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Olathe Northwest High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olathe Northwest High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#337 out of 1264 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
5%
6%
White
75%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #337 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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, Olathe South Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Olathe Northwest High School?
The graduation rate of Olathe Northwest High School is 90%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend Olathe Northwest High School?
1,908 students attend Olathe Northwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Olathe Northwest High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% 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 15:1, 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
What school district is Olathe Northwest High School part of?
Olathe Northwest High School is part of Olathe School District.
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