It opened in the fall of 2004 and is part of the Lee's Summit R-VII School District.

After a $32 million bond passed in April 2006, the high school received facility improvements and an expansion which was completed in 2009.

The Blue Ribbon Award recognizes public and private schools which perform at high levels or have made significant academic improvements.

[3] Lee's Summit West is a part of the Greater Kansas City Suburban Gold Conference.

The following Missouri State High School Activities Association sports are offered: