Shawnee Heights High School

Shawnee Heights High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
4201 SE Shawnee Heights Rd,  Tecumseh, KS
Shawnee Heights Unified School District
3.6
4.6
1,242 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Ed West
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1190
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
14%
Reading Proficiency
25%
Average GPA
3.59
Graduation Rate
96%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.59
Reading Proficiency
25%
Math Proficiency
14%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
71
Full Time Teachers
71
Teachers in First or Second Year
7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1190
Math
580
Verbal
600
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
24
Reading
25
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
15
AP Pass Rate
75.9%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
35.7%
State Average
33.2%
Science
47.4%
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
293:1

Student Diversity

Female
51%
Male
49%
White
61.3%
Hispanic
21.4%
Two or more races
9%
Black
6.4%
Native American
1.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

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.
Washburn University 346 Students
The University of Kansas 315 Students
Kansas State University 292 Students
Emporia State University 151 Students
Wichita State University 149 Students
Baker University 70 Students
Fort Hays State University 67 Students
Pittsburg State University 66 Students
University of Missouri - Kansas City 61 Students
University of Central Missouri 54 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 66 Students
Nursing 54 Students
Biology 51 Students
Psychology 50 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 45 Students
Education 26 Students
Elementary Education 24 Students
Accounting 23 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 20 Students
Graphic Design 20 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 203 Reviews
5.0 Senior
1/22/2025
I love how many oppurtunities there are at Shawnee Heights. Not only from clubs, sports, and activities, but also the lists of scholarships the administration provides you with during your junior and senior year.
3.0 Senior
2/28/2023
I liked that Shawnee Heights High allows students to take several classes. I like how there are college classes available through Washburn University and Allen. I do not have many complaints. The only complaint I have is surrounding the bathroom issues. Bathrooms get closed down due to students vaping, but when they close, I am not able to use it which is frustrating.
4.0 Junior
2/2/2023
The class opportunities and club/extra curricular activities are plentiful. The only issue is the school is a very closed off community where students grew up with one another so it can be hard to find good, close friends.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.6 10 Reviews
5.0 parent
3/20/2022
Love this school teachers are so nice and work great with students
5.0 parent
10/25/2020
An excellent school to go to with really really good teachers and nice students to go to school with
5.0 student
11/13/2018
Shawnee Heights High School has provided me with a lot of opportunities. They have clubs and numerous extra curricular activities for students to feel involved. I have been able to prepare myself for college, have a great high school experience, and get involved in my community. 10/10 recommend this...
5.0 parent
11/13/2018
Simply the best school in Topeka and Lawrence area. Teachers and facilites are top notch.

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Shawnee Heights High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Tecumseh, KS and is served by the Shawnee Heights Unified School District in Kansas. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,242 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 14% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 25% are proficient in reading. Shawnee Heights High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.59, the graduation rate is 96%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1190 and an ACT score of 24. Discover additional schools in the area, like Bishop Seabury Academy, Lawrence Virtual School, Shawnee Heights Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Tecumseh has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Shawnee Heights High School.

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