OLATHE NORTHWEST HIGH SCHOOL

Olathe Northwest High School is a public high school that is part of the Olathe school district, located in Olathe, KS with about 2,007 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 118 teachers, Olathe Northwest High School 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 Northwest High School, located in Olathe, Kansas, is a prominent public secondary institution within the Olathe Public Schools district. Serving a diverse student population, the school is widely recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, athletics, and the arts. It operates under the "Ravens" mascot and is known for fostering a strong sense of school spirit and community engagement among its students, faculty, and local families.

Beyond its core curriculum, Olathe Northwest distinguishes itself through its specialized academic programs, most notably the E-Communication Academy and the integrated Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) initiatives. These programs provide students with hands-on, career-oriented learning experiences that prepare them for higher education and the modern workforce. With a robust selection of extracurricular activities, including championship-level athletic teams and highly regarded performing arts departments, the school strives to provide a well-rounded educational environment that encourages student growth both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact Olathe Northwest High School at (913) 780-7150 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

21300 College Blvd
Olathe, KS 66061
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OLATHE NORTHWEST HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Olathe, KS with about 2,007 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Kansas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Olathe
Total Students:
2,007
Teachers:
118
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 2,007 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending OLATHE NORTHWEST HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 79% of the student body.

White
78.7%
Hispanic/Latino
9.2%
Asian
4.4%
Black or African American
4.2%
Two or more races
3.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
43.2%
Male
56.8%

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.