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Shawnee Mission West High

8800 W 85th St, Overland Park, KS, 66212

About Shawnee Mission West High

Shawnee Mission West High School is an important public school in Overland Park. There are about 1,500 students in grades 9 through 12. People say it's one of the best schools because it has a lot of different ways for students to learn and there are about 15 students for every teacher. Advanced Placement programs are one of the academic paths that 26% of students are in.The school has a wide range of students. There are 56% of the students who are minorities, and 54% of them are not doing well in school, and it is one of the

best High School in "Kansas"

. According to the most recent data on student skills, 15% of students are good at math and 26% are good at reading. Students at Shawnee Mission West High School can take important tests like the SAT and ACT to help them get ready for college. People who live near the school are known for being very community-minded and school-spirited. In short, Shawnee Mission West High School is one of the best schools because it makes learning fun and offers a lot of different academic programs that work for a lot of different students.

Shawnee Mission West High Contact Information

Address

8800 W 85th St, Overland Park, KS, 66212

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Phone

(913) 993-7800

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 15%
Reading 26%
State average proficiency is 15% in Math and 26% in Reading.
98
Full-time Teachers
17 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
1
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
1618
Total Students
$48210
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 224 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Shawnee Mission West 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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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:40 AM to 2:40 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:25 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 44%
Asian 2.53%
Hispanic 32.69%
Black 13.29%
Two+ Races 6.8%
Native Am. 0.37%
White
44%
Asian
2.53%
Hispanic
32.69%
Black
13.29%
Two+ Races
6.8%
Native Am.
0.37%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 1618
47.28%
765 Female
52.72%
853 Male

Student Population

1618 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

323 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Shawnee Mission West High School has added a specialized Culinary Arts pathway with a professional-grade kitchen lab where students can earn food service management credentials. The district's Real World Learning program has also helped the campus by giving seniors more paid internships and dual-credit enrollment options. The school also recently celebrated the success of its Science Olympiad team, which made it to the state championship after a series of tough regional competitions.

FAQ

Q1. Can students get rides from all neighborhoods?

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

Q2. What does Shawnee Mission West High teach?

Ans. Shawnee Mission West High has a college-preparatory curriculum and gives students chances to learn through practical activities and improve their skills.

Q3. Are college entrance exams conducted here?

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

Q4. Are there any activities at the school that don't happen during school hours?

Ans. Students can have more fun at school if they play sports, do arts and crafts, join clubs, or do things that get them involved in the community.

Q5. Does Shawnee Mission West High encourage people to get involved in their community?

Ans. Yes, students can help out with community programs and volunteer projects to learn about civic duty.

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

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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

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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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