Shawnee Mission Northwest High School is a fully accredited public high school located in Shawnee, Kansas, United States, serving students in grades 9-12. It is one of five high schools operated by Shawnee Mission USD 512 school district. The school colors are orange, black, and white.
Serving 1,619 students in grades 9-12, Shawnee Mission 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 31% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,619 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shawnee Mission Northwest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Shawnee Mission Northwest High School's student population of 1,619 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,619 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Year Founded
1969
Colors
Black, White, Orange
School Rankings
Shawnee Mission Northwest High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shawnee Mission Northwest High School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#541 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
23%
22%
Black
10%
7%
White
57%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shawnee Mission Northwest High School's ranking?
Shawnee Mission Northwest High School is ranked #541 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Shawnee Mission Northwest High School often compared to?
Shawnee Mission Northwest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shawnee Mission West High School, Shawnee Mission North 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shawnee Mission Northwest High School?
The graduation rate of Shawnee Mission Northwest High School is 88%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Shawnee Mission Northwest High School?
1,619 students attend Shawnee Mission Northwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Shawnee Mission Northwest High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shawnee Mission Northwest High School?
Shawnee Mission Northwest High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shawnee Mission Northwest High School offer ?
Shawnee Mission Northwest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shawnee Mission Northwest High School part of?
Shawnee Mission Northwest High School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub School District.
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