District Overview
Nestled at 4401 SE Shawnee Heights Rd in Tecumseh, Kansas, the Shawnee Heights public school district serves as a vital educational cornerstone for families residing in the rural fringe of the greater Topeka metropolitan area. As an active, fully operational public school system, Shawnee Heights oversees six schools that provide a seamless academic pathway spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The district caters to a vibrant student body of 3,647 learners, offering comprehensive programming tailored to early childhood development, foundational elementary studies, and rigorous secondary coursework designed to prepare students for post-secondary success.

A strong commitment to academic quality and student well-being is reflected in the district's extensive professional team, which totals over 981 full-time equivalent staff members. This dedicated workforce features an instructional core of approximately 512 full-time equivalent teachers, thoughtfully complemented by nearly 77 instructional aides and more than 390 support personnel who ensure individualized attention, specialized care, and effective daily operations across all campuses. For parents, students, and educational researchers seeking a well-resourced district that balances rural community values with metropolitan proximity, Shawnee Heights offers a strong foundation for growth. Further details regarding district initiatives and school resources are available online at www.usd450.net or by phone at (785) 379-5800.
6
Total Schools
3,647
Total Students
512.1
Full-Time Teachers
7.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Shawnee Heights
Demographic Student Count
White2,381
Hispanic674
Black179
Asian15
Two or More386
American Indian9
Pacific Islander3
  • White
    2,381 (65.3%)
  • Hispanic
    674 (18.5%)
  • Two or More
    386 (10.6%)
  • Black
    179 (4.9%)
  • Asian
    15 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    9 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Shawnee Heights
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary4
Middle1
High1
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not applicable
Number of schools:6
Students:3,647*
Teachers (FTE):512.1*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.1
Schools in Shawnee Heights
Found 6 Schools