Cair Paravel Latin School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked KS School
School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Enrollment: 449 students
Yearly Tuition: $9,694
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 17 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Cair Paravel Latin School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Cair Paravel Latin School
Nursery	19
Pre-K	17
Kind	29
1	37
2	33
3	32
4	33
5	36
6	35
7	25
8	32
9	33
10	26
11	37
12	25

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Year Founded

1980

School Calendar

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School Motto

Dominus Illuminatio Mea (God is my light)

Student Body

Total Students

449 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

12%

State avg.: 24%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

40 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

47%

Average Class Size

17 students

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Khaki pants or shorts, knit polo, skirts and jumpers

Number of AP Courses

1 course

Advanced Courses

Advanced ChemistryArt History

CalculusCollege Algebra

English Composition IEnglish Composition II

English LiteratureGreat Ideas / Ethics

Great Ideas / PhilosophyMusic History

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Classical Christian Schools (ACCS)
Other religious school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$9,694

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Tuition Notes

Tuition increases to $11,036 for High School

% on Financial Aid

30%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$2,600

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Stacey Hickam

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BasketballCheering

FootballSoccer

TennisVolleyball

Colors

Grey, Navy Blue, Maroon

School Mascot

Rampant Red Lion

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

House SystemJunior Classical League (JCL)

Arts and Music Programs:

ChoirStrings Program

Theater Production

School Notes

Cair Paravel Latin School (CPLS) is a non-denominational classical Christian college preparatory school serving students from preschool to 12th grades.Our Classical method of teaching is unique, but it is no experiment.
Some of the greatest leaders and thinkers of Western civilization, from Aristotle to Thomas Jefferson, have been educated this way.
A guiding principle for our dedicated faculty is that every child of God is capable of extraordinary achievements through classical training and cultivation of character.
We believe that all education should be education that naturally leads students toward the good, the true, and the beautiful.At CPLS, each and every student is challenged and inspired by the curriculum while being given the "tool kit" with which to further their learning and inspire a passion for knowledge.
Education is brought together in a convergence with Christ for a rigorous educational experience.

As a school that desires to prepare students to enter into the "Great Conversation" of life, it would be good to define our terms for prospective parents.
Christian - a believer in the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ who strives to live in obedience to the Lord
Classical - that which is classical has stood the test of time. CPLS is classical in its materials and methodoly. Materials used and concepts taught are those that have survived for generations and have been proven to be true, good and beautiful. Methods used conform to the "trivium" which addresses grammar, logic and rhetoric in conjunction with the learning levels of a child's development.
Liberal Arts - a liberal arts education addresses the whole person with a view to creating a "generalist" who can speak intelligently to a broad spectrum of subjects and issues.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Cair Paravel Latin School cost?

Cair Paravel Latin School's tuition is approximately $9,694 for private students.

What schools are Cair Paravel Latin School often compared to?

Cair Paravel Latin School is often viewed alongside schools like Topeka Collegiate School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Cair Paravel Latin School?

The acceptance rate of Cair Paravel Latin School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.

What sports does Cair Paravel Latin School offer?

Cair Paravel Latin School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Football, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.

What is Cair Paravel Latin School's ranking?

Cair Paravel Latin School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Cair Paravel Latin School?

The application deadline for Cair Paravel Latin School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Cair Paravel Latin School located?

Cair Paravel Latin School is located in the Old Town neighborhood of Topeka, KS. There are 1 other private schools located in Old Town.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 11/24/2023

All we wished as their parents was to teach our children His truth through the development of the whole person: mind, body, and spirit. CPLS has challenged our kids in all areas, consequently, they have grown to be assured of the purpose of glorifying our savior through love, temperance, and empathy. CPLS has truly helped us shape our children in a way that gives us confidence and anticipation of their futures. We can't wait.

- Posted by Parent - SRB

5 5/17/2016

Our children have been at Cair Paravel Latin School for over seven years, and we can't imagine them anywhere else. We feel reassured that as the world continues to change, their academics are grounded in tried and true methods, centered around God's truth. Each teacher has taken the time to get to know our children, and to guide them not just academically, but spiritually and through character development.

- Posted by Parent - candb

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