The mission of Saint Thomas Aquinas High School as a Catholic Faith Community is to challenge and nurture young men and women to develop their God-given spiritual, intellectual, social and physical potential, and to help them become life-long learners and responsible citizens guided by Catholic values.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked KS School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 878 students
- Yearly Tuition: $11,200
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Saint Thomas Aquinas High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1988
Summer School Offered
Yes
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2012, 2014
Student Body
Total Students
878 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
![Saint Thomas Aquinas High School Student By Grade Saint Thomas Aquinas High School Student By Grade](http://images2.privateschoolreview.com/charts/11000/11046/saint-thomas-aquinas-high-school-chart-bqyzHnY.png)
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
67%
Average Class Size
22 students
List of Courses Offered
Average ACT score
25
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform for boys and girls
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$11,200
Tuition Notes
Out of parish tuition is 1000 more
Average Financial Aid Grant
$5,605
Admissions Director
Diane Pyle
Admissions Associate
Dawn Bellau
Sports
Total Sports Offered
21 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
18 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Cheerleading, Dance Team, Debate Team, Foreign Language clubs, Forensics, Girls Lacrosse, Key Club, Lacrosse, National Art Honor Society, National Honor Society, Rugby, Scholars Bowl, Science Olympiad, Student Council, Teens for Life
Arts and Music Programs:
5 choirs, Band Program
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Catholic Schools Athletic League
Cheerleading, Dance Team, Debate Team, Foreign Language clubs, Forensics, Girls Lacrosse, Key Club, Lacrosse, National Art Honor Society, National Honor Society, Rugby, Scholars Bowl, Science Olympiad, Student Council, Teens for Life
Arts and Music Programs:
5 choirs, Band Program
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Catholic Schools Athletic League
School Notes
Our Beliefs As a Catholic Faith Community we
believe:
The ideals which should be promoted in our Catholic Faith Community are:
- Our actions and teachings need to reflect Jesus` life and be consistent with Catholic tradition.
- Students must be encouraged to strive for excellence.
- Students must be encouraged to develop moral courage and integrity.
- Students must be encouraged to pursue the fulfillment of their God-given potential and to promote that fulfillment in others.
- Learning is a life-long process; therefore, the ability and desire to obtain knowledge is as important as the knowledge itself.
- Teachers, students and parents work best in a climate of mutual respect and cooperation.
The ideals which should be promoted in our Catholic Faith Community are:
- A personal relationship with God
- Respect for self and others
- Accountability
- The interdependence of society
- Acceptance and appreciation of diversity
- Community service
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Saint Thomas Aquinas High School cost?
Saint Thomas Aquinas High School's tuition is approximately $11,200 for private students.
What schools are Saint Thomas Aquinas High School often compared to?
Saint Thomas Aquinas High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. James Academy, Bishop Miege High School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Saint Thomas Aquinas High School offer?
Saint Thomas Aquinas High School offers 21 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Diving, Drill Team, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Winter Track and Wrestling. Saint Thomas Aquinas High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for most sports offered.
What is Saint Thomas Aquinas High School's ranking?
Saint Thomas Aquinas High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Saint Thomas Aquinas High School?
The application deadline for Saint Thomas Aquinas High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Saint Thomas Aquinas High School located?
Saint Thomas Aquinas High School is located in the Palisades At College neighborhood of Lenexa, KS.
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