Olathe West High School vs Shawnee Mission South High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kansas, United States, 18 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Olathe West High School
Olathe · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,557 students
Shawnee Mission South High
Overland Park · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,574 students
| Measure | Olathe West High School Olathe, Kansas | Shawnee Mission South High Overland Park, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #80 of 296 | #53 of 296 |
| National rank | #10157 of 16,910 | #9193 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,557 | 1,574 |
| Enrollment | 1,557 | 1,574 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 22.5% | 36% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 39% |
| city | Olathe | Overland Park |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Shawnee Mission South High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.0 vs 43.2).
- •Shawnee Mission South High does better on math proficiency (39% vs 25%).
- •Shawnee Mission South High does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 31%).
- •Olathe West High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.5% vs 36%).
- •Olathe West High School does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 15.7).
- •Shawnee Mission South High is the larger school with 1,574 students compared with 1,557.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Olathe West High School better than Shawnee Mission South High?
On the Success Index (US), Shawnee Mission South High ranks higher (47.0 vs 43.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Olathe West High School and Shawnee Mission South High?
About 18 km in a straight line, between Olathe and Overland Park in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Olathe West High School: 1,557. Shawnee Mission South High: 1,574. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Olathe West High School and Shawnee Mission South High rank in Kansas?
Olathe West High School is 80th of 296 and Shawnee Mission South High is 53rd of 296 among high schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).