Shawnee Heights High
1,218 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Shawnee Heights High School, located in Tecumseh, Kansas, serves as the primary secondary institution for the Shawnee Heights Unified School District 450. Situated just southeast of Topeka, the school is known for fostering a comprehensive educational environment that balances rigorous academic standards with a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities. The campus serves a diverse student body from the surrounding suburban and rural communities, aiming to prepare students for post-secondary success through a blend of traditional coursework, vocational training, and college-preparatory programs.
The school maintains a strong sense of community spirit, often rallying behind its athletic teams—the Thunderbirds—and supporting a variety of clubs, performing arts, and service organizations. By emphasizing both character development and academic achievement, Shawnee Heights High School strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage with their peers and faculty. For more information regarding their current academic calendar, district policies, or upcoming events, visitors can access the official district website at http://www.usd450.net.
The school maintains a strong sense of community spirit, often rallying behind its athletic teams—the Thunderbirds—and supporting a variety of clubs, performing arts, and service organizations. By emphasizing both character development and academic achievement, Shawnee Heights High School strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage with their peers and faculty. For more information regarding their current academic calendar, district policies, or upcoming events, visitors can access the official district website at http://www.usd450.net.
1,218
Total Students
74.3
Full-Time Teachers
16.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
35.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 760 |
| Hispanic | 260 |
| Black | 64 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More | 117 |
| American Indian | 9 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White760 (62.4%)
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Hispanic260 (21.3%)
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Two or More117 (9.6%)
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Black64 (5.3%)
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American Indian9 (0.7%)
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Asian7 (0.6%)
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Pacific Islander1 (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: | Shawnee Heights |
| Phone: | (785)379-5880 |
| Website: | http://www.usd450.net |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,218 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 74.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 353 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 77 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
269
Grade 10
273
Grade 11
282
Grade 12
289
Ungraded
105
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 269 |
| Grade 10 | 273 |
| Grade 11 | 282 |
| Grade 12 | 289 |
| Ungraded | 105 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 590 | 48.4% |
| Male | 628 | 51.6% |
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