Shawnee Mission South High School is a high school located in Overland Park, Kansas, United States, serving students in grades 9-12. The school is one of several public high schools located within Shawnee Mission and operated by Shawnee Mission USD 512 school district.
Serving 1,574 students in grades 9-12, Shawnee Mission South High School ranks in the top 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 29% (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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shawnee Mission South High serves the southern part of Overland Park, KS, covering an area of approximately 15.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shawnee Mission South High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Shawnee Mission South High School's student population of 1,574 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,574 students
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Colors
Green, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
'Nothin’ Greater than a Raider!'
School Rankings
Shawnee Mission South 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 South High School is 0.57, 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
#562 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
21%
23%
Black
8%
7%
White
62%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rocky, The Raider
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shawnee Mission South High School's ranking?
Shawnee Mission South High School is ranked #562 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Shawnee Mission South High School often compared to?
Shawnee Mission South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shawnee Mission West High School, Shawnee Mission Northwest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% 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 South High School?
The graduation rate of Shawnee Mission South High School is 92%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Shawnee Mission South High School?
1,574 students attend Shawnee Mission South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Shawnee Mission South High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shawnee Mission South High School?
Shawnee Mission South 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 South High School offer ?
Shawnee Mission South High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shawnee Mission South High School part of?
Shawnee Mission South High School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub School District.
In what neighborhood is Shawnee Mission South High School located?
Shawnee Mission South High School is located in the Nall Hills neighborhood of Overland Park, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Nall Hills.
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