At a glance
Reported students
1,599
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
103.19
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Kansas high enrollment
95th percentile
Compared with 369 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
456
Shawnee Mission Northwest High: 1,599 reported students.
State peer staffing position
88th percentile
15.5:1 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
- 1,633
- Teachers (FTE)
- 103.07
- Student–teacher ratio
- 15.8:1
What the reported data says about Shawnee Mission Northwest High
Shawnee Mission Northwest High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Shawnee. It is one of 45 current school records connected to Shawnee Mission Pub Sch. NCES reports 1,599 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 95th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.5:1, 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 (55.2%) and Hispanic or Latino (26.2%). English learners represent 6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 8.6%. 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 21 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Shawnee Mission Northwest High
- 1How do the reported 15.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 103.19 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 5 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 6%
- Students with disabilities
- 8.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 40.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 5
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1.31
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2.06
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White55.2%
- Hispanic26.2%
- Black9.1%
- Asian2.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial6.4%
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
21 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 Mission Pub Sch
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Shawnee Mission West High
High · Grades 09–12
1,599 reported students
Shawnee Mission South High
High · Grades 09–12
1,574 reported students
Shawnee Mission North High
High · Grades 09–12
1,502 reported students
Shawnee Mission East High
High · Grades 09–12
1,737 reported students
Project Finish
High · Grades 12–12
28 reported students
Indian Hills Middle
Middle · Grades 07–08
879 reported students
Public schools near Shawnee Mission Northwest 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shawnee Mission West High High · Shawnee Mission Pub Sch | 09–12 | 1,599 | 3.1 mi |
| Shawnee Mission North High High · Shawnee Mission Pub Sch | 09–12 | 1,502 | 3.4 mi |
| Project Finish High · Shawnee Mission Pub Sch | 12–12 | 28 | 4.1 mi |
| Turner High High · Turner-Kansas City | 09–12 | 1,147 | 4.1 mi |
| Beyond the Bell High · Turner-Kansas City | 09–12 | 13 | 4.8 mi |
| Shawnee Mission East High High · Shawnee Mission Pub Sch | 09–12 | 1,737 | 5.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Shawnee Mission Northwest High
What grades does Shawnee Mission Northwest High serve?
Shawnee Mission Northwest High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Shawnee Mission Pub Sch.
How many students attend Shawnee Mission Northwest High?
Shawnee Mission Northwest High reported 1,599 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 95th percentile among 369 Kansas high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,633 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Shawnee Mission Northwest High?
The calculated ratio is 15.5:1, based on 1,599 students and 103.19 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 Mission Northwest High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Shawnee Mission Northwest High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Shawnee Mission Pub Sch attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Shawnee Mission Northwest High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
40.7% 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 Mission Northwest High in?
Shawnee Mission Northwest High is part of Shawnee Mission Pub Sch, based in Shawnee Mission, KS, which operates 45 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Shawnee Mission Northwest High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Shawnee Mission West High (3.1 mi), Shawnee Mission North High (3.4 mi), Project Finish (4.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.