Cure' Of Ars Catholic School

Cur of Ars School opened in September, 1961 with eight grades.
By the fall of 1962, the enrollment was up to 600 students, and at the end of the second year, the first grade was discontinued.
A second wing was added to the school in 1968 and at that time the first grade was reinstated and a kindergarten was added.
A preschool became part of the educational program beginning with the 1978-79 school year.
A new church was dedicated in March, 1979.  The original church became the Father Kelly Center, adding a sports and activity facility to the school and parish.
Cur of Ars Parish and School received its name from Archbishop Hunkeler.
Cur is a French name meaning priest or pastor, and Ars is the name of a small village in France.
The Cur of Ars was a young priest by the name of John Vianney.
He was the son of a peasant farmer and found learning very difficult.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked KS School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 673 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $350
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Cure' Of Ars Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
673 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Cure' Of Ars Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%

Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club

Arts and Music Programs:
Land of Let's Pretend Theatre Club

School Notes

  • Cur of Ars School opened in September, 1961 with eight grades. By the fall of 1962, the enrollment was up to 600 students, and at the end of the second year, the first grade was discontinued. A second wing was added to the school in 1968 and at that time the first grade was reinstated and a kindergarten was added. A preschool became part of the educational program beginning with the 1978-79 school year. A new church was dedicated in March, 1979. The original church became the Father Kelly Center, adding a sports and activity facility to the school and parish. Cur of Ars Parish and School received its name from Archbishop Hunkeler. Cur is a French name meaning priest or pastor, and Ars is the name of a small village in France. The Cur of Ars was a young priest by the name of John Vianney. He was the son of a peasant farmer and found learning very difficult. The School currently has 793 students.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Cure' Of Ars Catholic School cost?
Cure' Of Ars Catholic School's tuition is approximately $350 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Cure' Of Ars Catholic School?
The acceptance rate of Cure' Of Ars Catholic School is 90%, which is lower than the national average of 93%. Cure' Of Ars Catholic School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Kansas with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Cure' Of Ars Catholic School offer?
Cure' Of Ars Catholic School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Football and Volleyball.
What is Cure' Of Ars Catholic School's ranking?
Cure' Of Ars Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Cure' Of Ars Catholic School?
The application deadline for Cure' Of Ars Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked KS School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 673 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $350
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Johnson County, KS is $9,236 for elementary schools and $12,091 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Johnson County, KS is 94% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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