Olathe East Sr High School

Olathe East Sr High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
14545 W 127th St,  Olathe, KS
Olathe Public Schools
3.9
3.8
1,885 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1260
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
19%
Reading Proficiency
31%
Average GPA
3.6
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A-
Teachers
B+
College Prep
B-
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.6
Reading Proficiency
31%
Math Proficiency
19%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
129
Full Time Teachers
129
Teachers in First or Second Year
6.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1260
Math
620
Verbal
640
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
26
Reading
27
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
37
AP Pass Rate
77.2%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
35.9%
State Average
33.2%
Science
47.8%
State Average
39.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
391:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.8%
Male
49.2%
White
62.5%
Hispanic
16.9%
Black
10.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
5.4%
Two or more races
4%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
The University of Kansas 610 Students
Kansas State University 508 Students
Johnson County Community College 227 Students
University of Missouri - Kansas City 166 Students
Emporia State University 165 Students
Wichita State University 160 Students
Pittsburg State University 135 Students
University of Arkansas 126 Students
Baker University 105 Students
University of Missouri 104 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 146 Students
Psychology 132 Students
Biology 98 Students
Nursing 83 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 67 Students
Education 57 Students
Architecture 56 Students
Marketing 46 Students
Engineering 45 Students
Pre-Law Studies 44 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 416 Reviews
4.0 Sophomore
4/17/2025
Olathe East has great programs geared toward various career opportunities and there are many college credit opportunities.
5.0 Senior
2/24/2025
Overall, my experience at Olathe East Sr High School has been very good. Despite many bumps in the road, I have met some of my best friends at OE and I wouldn't trade it for the world. I went to East instead of my home school in order to attend a design program. There I learned so much about design and found the career I want to go into.
5.0 Alum
4/10/2024
I loved my time at Olathe East. The fine arts are unmatched. Lots of opportunity for student leadership.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.8 6 Reviews
5.0 parent
3/23/2023
All three of my children graduated from Olathe East and all had great experiences. They all graduated with significant college credit which allowed them to save $$$ on college costs. There appear to be one or two reviews here which represent outlier experiences.
5.0 other
4/16/2021
While I graduated from Olathe East several years ago, the teachers and atmosphere were exceptional. It was in many respects like a private school in terms of the quality of the education, but without the major financial costs. I’m still thankful to all the teachers who prepared me well for college a...
5.0 other
8/8/2018
As a Pediatrician, it is my opinion that this school offers every possible chance for a student to learn and succeed.
5.0 parent
7/31/2018
The Olathe School District has lots of different opportunities for the kids to succeed.

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Olathe East Sr High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Olathe, KS, in the Olathe neighborhood, and is served by the Olathe Public Schools in Kansas. The school has a total enrollment of 1,885 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 19% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 31% are proficient in reading. Olathe East Sr 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 3.6, the graduation rate is 90%, 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 $455,973. Discover additional schools in the area, like Olathe North Sr High School, Blue Valley Northwest High School, Heritage Christian Academy, and more. Learn more about what Olathe has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Olathe East Sr High School.

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