Olathe North Sr High

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2,011 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Olathe North High School, located in Olathe, Kansas, is a prominent public secondary institution serving the Olathe Public Schools district. Known for its strong academic environment and robust extracurricular programs, the school is particularly recognized for its specialized "Signature Programs." These initiatives, such as the Medical Professions Academy, Geoscience Academy, and the Distinguished Scholars Program, provide students with advanced, career-focused curriculum paths that prepare them for success in rigorous collegiate and professional settings.

Beyond its academic offerings, Olathe North maintains a vibrant school culture characterized by a deep-rooted tradition of excellence in athletics, performing arts, and student leadership. As a cornerstone of the Olathe community, the school emphasizes a commitment to diversity and inclusive student development, fostering an environment where students are encouraged to engage both within the classroom and in the broader community. With a focus on preparing graduates for the challenges of the 21st century, Olathe North remains one of the flagship institutions in the region.

2,011

Total Students

140.6

Full-Time Teachers

14.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

40.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Olathe North Sr High
Demographic	Student Count
White	919
Hispanic	672
Black	202
Asian	90
Two or More	123
American Indian	3
Pacific Islander	2

White
919 (45.7%)
Hispanic
672 (33.4%)
Black
202 (10.0%)
Two or More
123 (6.1%)
Asian
90 (4.5%)
American Indian
3 (0.1%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Olathe
Phone:	(913)780-7140
Website:	http://schools.olatheschools.com/olathenorth/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,011
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	140.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	689
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	115

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 486

Grade 10 487

Grade 11 522

Grade 12 515

Ungraded 1