At a glance
Reported students
1,218
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
74.28
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16.4:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Kansas high enrollment
89th percentile
Compared with 369 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
502
Shawnee Heights High: 1,218 reported students.
State peer staffing position
93rd percentile
16.4:1 reported; state peer median 11:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,324
- Teachers (FTE)
- 73.7
- Student–teacher ratio
- 18:1
What the reported data says about Shawnee Heights High
Shawnee Heights High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Tecumseh. It is one of 6 current school records connected to Shawnee Heights. NCES reports 1,218 students for 2024–25.
Among 369 high schools in Kansas with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 183 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 89th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16.4:1, above the Kansas median of 11:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (62.4%) and Hispanic or Latino (21.3%). English learners represent 2.2% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 15 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Shawnee Heights High
- 1How do the reported 16.4:1 student–teacher ratio and 74.28 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 2.2%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.4%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 35.3%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White62.4%
- Hispanic21.3%
- Black5.3%
- Asian0.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.7%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial9.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
15 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Shawnee Heights
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Berryton Elem
Elementary · Grades PK–06
560 reported students
Shawnee Heights Middle
Middle · Grades 07–08
540 reported students
Tecumseh South Elem
Elementary · Grades PK–06
464 reported students
Tecumseh North Elem
Elementary · Grades PK–06
435 reported students
Shawnee Heights Elem
Elementary · Grades PK–06
429 reported students
Public schools near Shawnee Heights High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Park High High · Topeka Public Schools | 09–12 | 835 | 5.2 mi |
| Avondale Academy High · Topeka Public Schools | 06–12 | 23 | 6.1 mi |
| Topeka High High · Topeka Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,578 | 7.8 mi |
| Capital City High · Topeka Public Schools | 06–12 | 0 | 9.3 mi |
| Hope Street Charter Academy High · Charter · Topeka Public Schools | 10–12 | 103 | 9.6 mi |
| Lawrence Gardner High School High · Department of Corrections | 07–12 | 111 | 9.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Shawnee Heights High
What grades does Shawnee Heights High serve?
Shawnee Heights High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Shawnee Heights.
How many students attend Shawnee Heights High?
Shawnee Heights High reported 1,218 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 89th percentile among 369 Kansas high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,324 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Shawnee Heights High?
The calculated ratio is 16.4:1, based on 1,218 students and 74.28 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Kansas median for the same school level is 11:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Shawnee Heights High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Shawnee Heights High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Shawnee Heights attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Shawnee Heights High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
35.3% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Shawnee Heights High in?
Shawnee Heights High is part of Shawnee Heights, based in Tecumseh, KS, which operates 6 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Shawnee Heights High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Highland Park High (5.2 mi), Avondale Academy (6.1 mi), Topeka High (7.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.