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Blue Valley Southwest High School

17600 Quivira Road, Overland Park, KS, 66062

About Blue Valley Southwest High School

Blue Valley Southwest High School is a well-known public school for students in grades 9 through 12. It is in Overland Park. With about 1,000 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of about 14:1, it is one of the best schools in the area. The school is known as one of the best because it is dedicated to academic excellence and offers a wide range of Advanced Placement courses and tests to its students. Blue Valley Southwest High School's AP participation rate is currently 57%. There is a wide range of students, with 20% being minorities and 8% being economically disadvantaged, and it is one of the

best High School in "Kansas"

. The performance data shows that 39% of students are good at math and 45% are good at reading. Also, students are encouraged to work toward their higher education goals by taking part in organized ACT and SAT testing. The school has a good reputation for being a good place to learn because of strong community support and district funding. The school is known for its high academic standards and its strong focus on preparing students for college.

Blue Valley Southwest High School Contact Information

Address

17600 Quivira Road, Overland Park, KS, 66062

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Phone

(913) 624-2000

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 39%
Reading 45%
State average proficiency is 39% in Math and 45% in Reading.
70
Full-time Teachers
14 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
995
Total Students
$48210
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 110 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Blue Valley Southwest 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
🚀
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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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 80%
Asian 9.05%
Hispanic 4.22%
Black 2.11%
Two+ Races 4.12%
Native Am. 0.5%
White
80%
Asian
9.05%
Hispanic
4.22%
Black
2.11%
Two+ Races
4.12%
Native Am.
0.5%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 995
48.84%
486 Female
51.16%
509 Male

Student Population

995 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

248 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Blue Valley Southwest High School is having its 15th graduation ceremony this year, which is a big deal. The school is also making its campus more eco-friendly by adding a sustainable displaced air delivery system and improving the natural lighting. The school's competitive spirit was on full display when the freshmen debate team won a state championship and the ESports team made it to the finals in both Mario Kart and Rocket League. The district's 2026 Legislative priorities will also focus on getting more money to help smaller class sizes and give all students more chances to learn in specialized ways.

FAQ

Q1. Are students allowed to go to cultural and arts events?

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

Q2. Can students get rides from all neighborhoods?

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

Q3. Does Blue Valley Southwest High School offer individualized learning assistance?

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

Q4. Do students get help getting ready for college?

Ans. Yes, of course! Students can take the SAT and ACT and get help planning for college.

Q5. How does Blue Valley Southwest High School get students ready for success in the future?

Ans. Planning, skill-building, and guidance programs help students make the transition to college, vocational training, or a job.

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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