BLUE VALLEY WEST HIGH SCHOOL
Blue Valley West High is a public high school that is part of the Blue Valley school district, located in Overland Park, KS with about 1,550 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 99 teachers, Blue Valley West High has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.
Blue Valley West High School, located in Overland Park, Kansas, is a highly regarded public secondary school within the Blue Valley School District. Known for its rigorous academic environment, the school consistently ranks among the top high schools in the state, offering a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit opportunities, and specialized elective programs designed to prepare students for success in higher education and the professional workforce.
Beyond its academic offerings, Blue Valley West is recognized for its robust culture of student involvement. The school boasts a competitive athletic program, a strong fine arts department, and numerous student-led clubs and organizations that encourage community engagement and leadership development. With a commitment to innovation and student achievement, the school fosters a supportive environment that prioritizes both personal growth and academic excellence, making it a cornerstone of the Overland Park community.
For more information, contact Blue Valley West High at (913) 239-3700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Overland Park, KS 66085-9382
(913) 239-3700
BLUE VALLEY WEST HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Overland Park, KS with about 1,550 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Kansas
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Blue Valley
- Total Students:
- 1,550
- Teachers:
- 99.2
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 1,550 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending BLUE VALLEY WEST HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 75% of the student body.
- White
- 75.3%
- Asian
- 12.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.8%
- Two or more races
- 4.6%
- Black or African American
- 2.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 48.5%
- Male
- 51.5%
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.