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Olathe West High School

2200 W Santa Fe St, Olathe, KS, 66061

Ranked 195 of 293 in Kansas

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About Olathe West High School

Olathe West High School is a well-known public high school in Olathe, Kansas, that teaches students in grades 9 through 12. It is known as one of the best schools in the area and has about 1,600 students, with a student-to-teacher ratio of about 16:1. The school is known for its modern teaching style and its specialized 21st Century Academies, which offer Advanced Placement classes to 29% of students.There are a lot of different types of students at this school. For example, 32% of the students are minorities and 27% are economically disadvantaged, and it is one of the

best High School in "Kansas"

. Recent school data shows that 21% of students are good at math and 26% are good at reading. Olathe West High School helps students get ready for college by giving them access to the ACT and SAT tests. The school is in a growing neighborhood where the average home price shows that the area is doing well as a suburb. The school stands out because of its cutting-edge facilities and its dedication to getting students ready for high-demand jobs and success after high school.

Olathe West High School Contact Information

Address

2200 W Santa Fe St, Olathe, KS, 66061

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Phone

(913) 780-7180

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 21%
Reading 26%
State average proficiency is 21% in Math and 26% in Reading.
106
Full-time Teachers
15 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
1601
Total Students
$48210
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 195 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Olathe West High School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 67.52%
Asian 2.37%
Hispanic 20.67%
Black 4.62%
Two+ Races 4.18%
Native Am. 0.44%
White
67.52%
Asian
2.37%
Hispanic
20.67%
Black
4.62%
Two+ Races
4.18%
Native Am.
0.44%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 1601
46.91%
751 Female
53.09%
850 Male

Student Population

1601 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

320 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Recently, Olathe West High School celebrated the fact that several seniors won prestigious Kansas Thespians scholarships for their outstanding work in technical theater, performance, and theater education. The campus still benefits from its one-of-a-kind Public Safety Academy and rooftop greenhouse, which give students the chance to learn in modern, specialized settings. The district's 2026 Bond initiative will also bring major changes to the school, such as plans to modernize the buildings and make the student weight rooms bigger.

FAQ

Q1. Do students have lockers?

Ans. Yes, students are given lockers in the hallways at the start of the school year.

Q2. Do students get help with standardized tests?

Ans. Yes. Yes, of course! The school has resources to help students get ready for the SAT and ACT tests.

Q3. Are there ways to get better at school?

Ans. Yes, advanced classes and projects make students work hard in school and think for themselves.

Q4. What kinds of programs for careers are there?

Ans. Programs include skilled trades, healthcare, IT, culinary arts, and other paths that lead to jobs.

Q5. Are there chances to be a leader at Olathe West High School?

Ans. Yes, student council and team-based activities help students learn how to be leaders.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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