Shawnee Heights U.S.D. 450 is a Class 5A suburban school district located between the two major population centers of Topeka and Lawrence, Kansas.
The district has a student population of approximately 3500 students in grades Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. Four elementary schools, a 7/8 middle school and a 9-12 high school comprise the attendance centers of the district.
Shawnee Heights has an ideal location, 8 miles from downtown Topeka, 16 miles from Lawrence, 50 miles from Kansas City, 62 miles from Manhattan and 50 miles from Emporia.
Over 55% of the faculty in the Shawnee Heights district hold a Masters degree or beyond in Education.
The district is noted for its dedication to students, staff, and the community, and its focus for providing a comprehensive program of instruction to meet the varied needs of all students.
