Serving 1,601 students in grades 9-12, Olathe West High School ranks in the bottom 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 24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 1,601 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Minority Enrollment: 32%
Graduation Rate
: 95% (Top 10% in KS)
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50%
Math Proficiency
: 24% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 29% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 31% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Olathe West High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olathe West High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Olathe West High School?
The graduation rate of Olathe West High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Olathe West High School?
1,601 students attend Olathe West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Olathe West High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olathe West High School?
Olathe West High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Olathe West High School offer ?
Olathe West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Olathe West High School part of?
We explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
Explore the revolutionary approach of Personalized Learning in K-12 education. This article discusses the benefits, challenges, and potential of tailoring education to individual student needs, incorporating technology and adaptive learning methods to prepare students for the 21st century.
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 1,601 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Minority Enrollment: 32%
Graduation Rate
: 95% (Top 10%)
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50%
Math Proficiency
: 24% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 29% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 31% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Request Information
Related School Videos
38:31
0:25
56:35
2:03
Related School News
Carlson went on to say, "I am excited to become a part of the 'Cats family and to not only be observing it as a student, but to ...
Is high school too early to figure out what career path to follow? The doesn’t think s ...
