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Diversity
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Blue Valley Northwest High School is a top rated, public school located in OVERLAND PARK, KS. It has 1,344 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1. According to state test scores, 46% of students are at least proficient in math and 47% in reading.
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About
About Blue Valley Northwest High School...
- AP Offered
- Gifted Prog. Offered
- High School
- School District
- Blue Valley Unified School District (Overland Park)
- Kansas
- Overland Park
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
This is the percentage of students that scored at or above proficiency levels on their state reading/language arts assessment test. Because states implement these tests differently, use caution when comparing this data to data from another state.
47%
Percent Proficient - Math
This is the percentage of students that scored at or above proficiency levels on their state math assessment test. Because states implement these tests differently, use caution when comparing this data to data from another state.
46%
Average Graduation Rate
This is the percentage of 12th graders who graduated. Because states calculate graduation rates differently, use caution when comparing this data to data from another state.
97%
Average SAT
Average SAT composite score out of 1600, as reported by Niche users from this school.
1360
141
responses
Average ACT
Average ACT composite score out of 36, as reported by Niche users from this school.
AP Enrollment
43%
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Overland Park
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Overall Niche Grade
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Cost of Living
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Good for Families
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Housing
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Median Household Income
$100,876
National
$75,149
Median Rent
$1,378
National
$1,268
Median Home Value
$361,800
National
$281,900
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Culture & Safety
Poll
90%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school.51 responses
Poll
88%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.51 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on
160 responses
Spirit Week
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Assemblies and athletic games/school spirit
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School dances
13%
Friendliness
8%
Senior pranks, senior skip days
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School parties and field trips
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Plays
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Students
Diversity
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Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,344
Free or Reduced Lunch
13%
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of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.59 responses
85%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.59 responses
93%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.59 responses
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Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
Student-Teacher Ratio may not be indicative of class size. It is calculated using the reported number of students and full-time equivalent teachers.
14:1
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17:1
Average Teacher Salary
Average salary for all teachers within the district.
$62,075
Teachers in First/Second Year
3.9%
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of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.64 responses
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of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.64 responses
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of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.64 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
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Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High
Expenses Per Student
$12,597/ year
National
$12,239
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of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.74 responses
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of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.74 responses
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of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.74 responses
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Blue Valley Northwest High School Reviews
Rating 4.04 out of 5 451 reviews
Rating 4 out of 5
My experience at BVNW has been a pretty good experience for the most part. There were only a couple of teachers who were not the best, but the rest were really good and nice. One of the main things lacking in our school is school spirit. We are still trying to recover from COVID and our school's spirit has started coming back little by little. I wouldn't change anything from my experience, and it felt like the traditional high school experience.
- Senior
- 3 months ago
Rating 4 out of 5
The reason why I went to Blue Valley Northwest was that we moved, and I had to start a few weeks of my freshman year alone and by myself. I don't regret it as some warm students were willing to talk to me and be there for me. The teachers are good, but there were some teachers Who I will say did not do a good job, and instead of taking the teacher the class rushed through it which the learning experience hard. So looking back there is not much I would change just beside I wish the teacher did more in teaching.
- Senior
- 3 days ago
Rating 5 out of 5
Blue Valley Northwest High School offers competitive, high-quality education, as well as a multitude of extracurricular activities, highly ranked athletic programs, and many opportunities for fine arts. As a student, I can often say I feel proud attending BVNW. There are several opportunities for AP and dual enrollment classes eligible for college credit. On top of that, BVNW offers many honors classes that students can take for higher-end learning and great chance at an A. Furthermore, the school's athletic department often brings home KSHSAA state championships, and offers athletic opportunities for both boys and girls.
However, it seems as though the performing arts struggles with financial support from the district. Band, orchestra, vocal music, and drama productions (musical theater, plays) either require upfront payment by the student to participate or entirely rely on parent-booster organizations. This comes off as neglectful for students seeking performing arts opportunities.
- Junior
- 6 months ago
