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 1,599 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 30% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shawnee Mission Northwest High serves the northwest part of Shawnee, KS, covering an area of approximately 15.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shawnee Mission Northwest High School's student population of 1,599 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,599 students
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Year Founded
1969
Colors
Black, White, Orange
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shawnee Mission 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 Shawnee Mission Northwest High School is 0.62, 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
#544 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
26%
23%
Black
9%
7%
White
55%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.5%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shawnee Mission Northwest High School's ranking?
Shawnee Mission Northwest High School is ranked #544 out of 1,269 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 North High School, Shawnee Mission West 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% 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 85%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Shawnee Mission Northwest High School?
1,599 students attend Shawnee Mission Northwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Shawnee Mission Northwest High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 9% 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 16:1, 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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