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Blue Valley Northwest High

13260 Switzer Road, Overland Park, KS, 66213

Top 25% School in Kansas

Ranked 60 of 293 in Kansas

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About Blue Valley Northwest High

Blue Valley Northwest High School is a well-known public high school in Overland Park, Kansas, that teaches grades 9 through 12. It has about 1,550 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of about 15:1. It is one of the best schools in the state. The school is well-known for its strict academics, especially its Advanced Placement program, which has a great 61% student participation rate.There are a lot of different cultures on campus, with 34% of students coming from minority groups. 15% of students are also considered to be economically disadvantaged, and it is one of the

best High School in "Kansas"

. The students do very well in school, with 51% being good at math and 60% being good at reading. Students also regularly take the ACT and SAT tests to improve their chances of getting into college. With the help of a community that values investing in education, the school focuses on helping all of its students succeed. Blue Valley Northwest High School is known for its high levels of proficiency and for creating a learning environment that is both high-achieving and welcoming to everyone.

Blue Valley Northwest High Contact Information

Address

13260 Switzer Road, Overland Park, KS, 66213

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Phone

(913) 239-3400

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 51%
Reading 60%
State average proficiency is 51% in Math and 60% in Reading.
92
Full-time Teachers
16 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
1441
Total Students
$48210
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 60 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Blue Valley Northwest High

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
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
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: 7:35 AM to 2:45 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:20 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 66.41%
Asian 14.02%
Hispanic 9.23%
Black 5.34%
Two+ Races 4.72%
Native Am. 0.21%
White
66.41%
Asian
14.02%
Hispanic
9.23%
Black
5.34%
Two+ Races
4.72%
Native Am.
0.21%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 1441
45.52%
656 Female
54.48%
785 Male

Student Population

1441 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

288 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Blue Valley Northwest High School's fine arts and career-readiness programs are doing very well. For example, the school's orchestra has kept its perfect superior ranking streak going, and senior students have won top prizes in digital illustration competitions. The Blue Valley Educational Foundation recently gave the teaching staff 11 educational grants worth more than $13,000 to pay for new, hands-on projects in the classroom this school year. Students can also go to the Center for Advanced Professional Studies (CAPS), where they can learn about early career options in fields like Teacher Education and engineering.

FAQ

Q1. Are college entrance exams conducted here?

Ans. Students can take the SAT and ACT tests on-site or through programs that work together.

Q2. What does Blue Valley Northwest High do to help students get ready for life after graduation?

Ans. College planning, mentoring, and skill-building programs help students move on to higher education, vocational paths, or jobs.

Q3. Are students allowed to go to cultural and arts events?

Ans. Yes, Blue Valley Northwest High encourages students to be creative by offering programs in music, theater, and the visual arts.

Q4. Can students get rides from all neighborhoods?

Ans. Bus service is available depending on the district's eligibility zones.

Q5. Does Blue Valley Northwest High offer individualized learning assistance?

Ans. Yes, Blue Valley Northwest High gives students advice and help to help them reach their academic goals.

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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