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Lee's Summit West High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
2600 SW Ward Rd,
Lee's Summit, MO
Lee's Summit R-VII School District
School Details
Head of School
Dr. Chad Hertzog
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1260
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
61%
Reading Proficiency
70%
Average GPA
3.54
Graduation Rate
95%
Niche Grade
A-
A
B
B
B+
A-
A-
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.54
Reading Proficiency
70%
Math Proficiency
61%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
121
Full Time Teachers
121
Teachers in First or Second Year
17.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1260
Math
630
Verbal
630
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
26
Reading
27
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
7
AP Pass Rate
93.6%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
423:1
Student Diversity
Male
50.2%
Female
49.8%
White
71.9%
Black
11.3%
Hispanic
7.6%
Two or more races
6.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.6%
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Missouri
475 Students
University of Central Missouri
382 Students
University of Missouri - Kansas City
290 Students
Missouri State University
288 Students
The University of Kansas
233 Students
Kansas State University
206 Students
Northwest Missouri State University
200 Students
University of Arkansas
166 Students
Washington University in St. Louis
122 Students
Metropolitan Community College - Kansas City
117 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
163 Students
Nursing
157 Students
Biology
113 Students
Psychology
110 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
96 Students
Computer Science
65 Students
Marketing
59 Students
Graphic Design
54 Students
Political Science and Government
51 Students
Education
46 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
5/28/2025
Although some things have changed since I've been there. The parents have been involved tremendously in a lot of facets, plus the school helps some prepare for college by even providing a free ACT test for all juniors in April.
1/23/2025
lees summit west high school is the top of the food chain when it comes to public high schools in Missouri. lees summit west offers students plenty of resources to succeed in life whether that be for college or heading right into the working field out of high school. The school offers divers learning experiences for all students and has successful sports, music, and art programs as well.
9/12/2024
The environment at Lee's Summit West is very welcoming, we have lots of opportunities that can involve all students with something that they are interested in. The teachers at the school create great relationships with the students and leave a positive impact on them for years to come. West has changed my mindset in school and encourages me to show up and be the best version of myself possible. I would highly recommend this school to anyone and everyone.
GreatSchools Reviews
12/5/2019
My experience has been awsome there has been great courses that allowed me to grow and ouch myself and there has always been someone to talk to if I needed
7/27/2012
What a GEM of a school! My daughter absolutely loved it there. I can't say enough good things about my daughter's experience there. She became articulate, confident & made great friends while being at West. She was sad that I had to transfer her due to recent marriage. I am told by her that everyone...
2/17/2012
Regarding the comments made about the yearbook and mentors... As a previous yearbook editor, in 2004-2008, I just wanted to let you know that the yearbook has no affiliation with the staff or administrators at LSWHS. The yearbook is based on what the yearbook staff wants to write about and what the...
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Attendance Zone
List Price Range
$220K - $1.2M
Homes For Sale
565
Average Home Value
$413,454
Median Lot Size
10,454 Sq Ft
% Renters
26%
Average Household Income
$124,590
% of College Grads
48.8%
Median Age
41
Average House Size
1,997 Sq Ft
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,316 - $6,946 per month
- Residences at Echelon
- 1 - 3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 727+ Sq Ft
- 3500 SW Hollywood Dr
- Lee's Summit, MO
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$1,244 - $3,056 per month
- The Manor Homes of Arborwalk Apartments
- 1 - 3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 659+ Sq Ft
- 1318 SW Manor Lake Dr
- Lee's Summit, MO
Additional Schools in the Area
Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools
Choice Schools
Choice schools may not serve this home. Please check the school district website to see all schools serving this home.
- Pre-K to 12th
- Private
- K to 10th
- Private
- Pre-K to 12th
- Private
Parks in this Area
Charles David Hartman Memorial Park
Miller J. Fields Park
Summit Park
Joel Dean Hitt Park
Lowenstein Park
Happy Tails Park
Blue Springs Campground
Bryan C Pottberg Park
Longview Lake County Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Bike Trails
- Boating
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Lee's Summit West High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Lee's Summit, MO, in the Lee's Summit neighborhood, and is served by the Lee's Summit R-VII School District in Missouri. The school has a total enrollment of 1,976 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 61% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 70% are proficient in reading. Lee's Summit West High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.54, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1260 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $413,454. Discover additional schools in the area, like Summit Christian Academy, Islamic School of Greater Kansas City, Forerunner Christian Academy, and more. Learn more about what Lee's Summit has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Lee's Summit West High School.