OLATHE SOUTH SR HIGH SCHOOL

Olathe South Sr High is a public high school that is part of the Olathe school district, located in Olathe, KS with about 2,089 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 119 teachers, Olathe South Sr High has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Olathe South High School, located in Olathe, Kansas, is a prominent public secondary school within the Olathe Public Schools district. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and comprehensive student development, the school serves a diverse student body by offering a rigorous curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit opportunities, and specialized career-technical education pathways. The school’s culture is deeply rooted in the "Falcon" spirit, emphasizing high expectations for student achievement both inside and outside the classroom.

Beyond academics, Olathe South is widely recognized for its robust extracurricular program, which includes a wide array of competitive athletics, championship-caliber performing arts, and numerous student-led clubs and organizations. The campus is designed to foster a sense of community and school pride, providing students with state-of-the-art facilities and a supportive environment dedicated to preparing them for success in college, the military, or the workforce. By balancing traditional scholarly pursuits with modern technological integration, Olathe South remains a pillar of the Olathe community and a key contributor to the district’s overall reputation for educational quality.

For more information, contact Olathe South Sr High at (913) 780-7160 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1640 E 151st St
Olathe, KS 66062-2851
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OLATHE SOUTH SR HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Olathe, KS with about 2,089 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Kansas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Olathe
Total Students:
2,089
Teachers:
119.1
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 2,089 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending OLATHE SOUTH SR HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 74% of the student body.

White
74.5%
Hispanic/Latino
9.7%
Black or African American
6.2%
Two or more races
4.8%
Asian
4.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
47.4%
Male
52.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.