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Olathe Unified School District

Olathe Northwest High School

#8 in Best Public High Schools in Kansas
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Olathe, KS
  • 553 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A
    2. Diversity
      B
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A+
    6. Health & Safety
      B+
    7. Administration
      A+
    8. Sports
      A
    9. Food
      B+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      A
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    Olathe Northwest High School is a top rated, public school located in Olathe, KS. It has 2,250 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 18 to 1. According to state test scores, 49% of students are at least proficient in math and 47% in reading.
    Address
    21300 College Blvd
    Olathe, KS 66061
    Telephone
    (913) 780-7150
    Website
    olatheschools.com
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    Olathe Northwest High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    47%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    49%
    Average Graduation Rate
    95%
    Average SAT
    1300
    47 responses
    Average ACT
    27
    446 responses
    AP Enrollment
    30%
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    Living in the Area
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B+
    2. Good for Families
      A+
    3. Housing
      A
    Area Feel
    Suburban
    Median Household Income
    $82,649
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $952
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $211,600
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B+
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    86%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.65 responses
    Poll
    82%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.65 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 204 responses
    Report
    • Homecoming week
      17%
    • Football games
      16%
    • Pep assemblies
      13%
    • Graduation
      11%
    • Basketball games
      10%
    • Prom
      10%
    • Bonfire
      8%

    Students

    Diversity
    B
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    2,250
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    14%
    78%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.60 responses
    77%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.60 responses
    70%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.60 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    18:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $54,805
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    9.3%
    73%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.83 responses
    78%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.83 responses
    76%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.83 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $13,083/ year
    National
    $12,239
    88%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.85 responses
    51%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.85 responses
    65%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.85 responses
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    As a senior that currently attends Olathe Northwest, I’m proud of the teachers and staff, who care about their students both on a personal and an academic level. The students, however, are not as accommodating. Cliques are rampant throughout the school. Upon joining a certain club or activity, you are immediately associated with that group and the other people in it. Some students separate themselves from this situation, but they are few and far between. Nevertheless, they are the key to a more connected and accepting schoolwide community. All is not yet lost for ONW! If everyone procures the willingness to communicate with people from al kinds of social groups, we could repair this broken portion of our school. I’m hopeful that the future of this school is brighter than the current prospect, and that this disconnect will cease to exist.
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    What I love about Olathe Northwest is the diversity and differences of all the the people at ONW. My school has done a very good job at trying to include everyone and insuring that all the students have an equal opprutunity at being successful. Another reason I love ONW is because of all the volunteer opportunities available for all the students. Lastely, the preparation for college that ONW includes in their curriculum is extremely important and helpful for students who are not as privileged as others. The volunteer hours highly benefit the students for college and just building their character. The success that ONW has created for our young minds is very impressive and deserves to be noticed. All hail to Northwest High!
    I like the building itself because it is very easy to find your way around without getting lost. The teachers are fantastic, especially the English teachers. The student body itself is very large, so it is easy to find a place where you can fit in. There are a lot of different clubs which makes it easy to find something you're interested in and if you can't find a club you like, you are able to start one. There can be some horribleness from the students because there are 2,000 teenagers who all have there own experiences and opinions. But on the other side of that, because there are so many people you may never encounter any bullying or harassment. Overall, Northwest is a pretty great place with good staff and a good environment.