Shawnee Heights High
1,293 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Shawnee Heights High School, located in Tecumseh, Kansas, serves as the primary secondary institution for the Shawnee Heights Unified School District 450. Situated just southeast of Topeka, the school is known for fostering a comprehensive educational environment that balances rigorous academic standards with a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities. The campus serves a diverse student body from the surrounding suburban and rural communities, aiming to prepare students for post-secondary success through a blend of traditional coursework, vocational training, and college-preparatory programs.
The school maintains a strong sense of community spirit, often rallying behind its athletic teams—the Thunderbirds—and supporting a variety of clubs, performing arts, and service organizations. By emphasizing both character development and academic achievement, Shawnee Heights High School strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage with their peers and faculty. For more information regarding their current academic calendar, district policies, or upcoming events, visitors can access the official district website at http://www.usd450.net.
The school maintains a strong sense of community spirit, often rallying behind its athletic teams—the Thunderbirds—and supporting a variety of clubs, performing arts, and service organizations. By emphasizing both character development and academic achievement, Shawnee Heights High School strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage with their peers and faculty. For more information regarding their current academic calendar, district policies, or upcoming events, visitors can access the official district website at http://www.usd450.net.
1,293
Total Students
68.3
Full-Time Teachers
18.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
33.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 793 |
| Hispanic | 277 |
| Black | 83 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More | 117 |
| American Indian | 14 |
-
White793 (61.3 %)
-
Hispanic277 (21.4 %)
-
Two or More117 (9.0 %)
-
Black83 (6.4 %)
-
American Indian14 (1.1 %)
-
Asian9 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Shawnee Heights |
| Phone: | (785)379-5880 |
| Website: | http://www.usd450.net |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,293 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 68.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 353 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 77 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
292
Grade 10
306
Grade 11
272
Grade 12
290
Ungraded
133
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 292 |
| Grade 10 | 306 |
| Grade 11 | 272 |
| Grade 12 | 290 |
| Ungraded | 133 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 660 | 51% |
| Male | 633 | 49% |
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
857 Students
High School 9th - 12th
1,514 Students
High School 9th - 12th
67 Students
High School 7th - 12th
Charter School
88 Students
High School 9th - 12th
High School 7th - 12th