Private School Review - Established 2003

Manhattan Private Preschools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private preschools serving 507 students in Manhattan, KS.
The average acceptance rate is 84%, which is lower than the Kansas private preschool average acceptance rate of 85%.
67% of private preschools in Manhattan, KS are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Private Preschools in Manhattan, KS (2026-27)

Map of Flint Hills Christian School
Flint Hills Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 218 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 2
Christian
3905 Green Valley Rd
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 776-2223
View Profile
Hylton Heights KinderCare Photo
Hylton Heights KinderCare
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
1205 Hylton Heights Rd.
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 539-7540
View Profile
Map of Manhattan Catholic Schools
Manhattan Catholic Schools
Gr: PK-8 | 289 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Catholic
306 S Juliette Ave
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 565-5050
View Profile

Manhattan, KS Private School Trends (10-Year)

3
Private Schools
+50.0% (+1 school) 10-yr
507
Students
+270.1% (+370 students) 10-yr
16
Avg. Class Size
+14.3% (+2 students) 2-yr
10%
Students of Color
-89.5% (-85.0 pp) 10-yr
14:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
+55.6% (+5.0) 10-yr
Download town snapshot: CSV | XML | JSON Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission.
Enrollment & Diversity
Category
This Town (Manhattan)
This State (KS)
# Schools
3 Schools
152 Schools
# Students
507 Students
25,399 Students

Trends in the Average Number of Students Per Private Preschool

YearManhattan, KS AvgKansas (KS)National
2025254193191
2024254193187
2023255197185
2022208199188
2021208193184
2020208191179
2019220179182
2018220182181
2017137201183
2016137200181
2015137194173
Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON
Download Full Town Data: Full Town Dataset XML | Full Town Dataset JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

% Students of Color
10%
25%

Percentage of Students of Color Trends (2015-2025)

YearManhattan, KS AvgKansas (KS)National
202510%25%32%
202410%26%32%
202313%25%32%
202212%24%31%
202112%25%32%
202012%25%31%
201912%24%31%
201812%24%30%
201795%25%31%
201695%24%31%
201595%24%31%
Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON
Download Full Town Data: Full Town Dataset XML | Full Town Dataset JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

0.53
0.60

Diversity Score Trends

YearManhattan, KS AvgKansas (KS)National
20250.530.590.65
20240.530.600.65
20230.560.590.65
20220.480.590.64
20210.480.600.64
20200.480.600.64
20190.410.580.64
20180.410.580.64
20170.390.540.62
20160.390.540.62
20150.390.540.62
Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON
Download Full Town Data: Full Town Dataset XML | Full Town Dataset JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

Show more data/charts: racial breakdown
# American Indian Students
3 Students
78 Students
% American Indian Students
1%
n/a
# Asian Students
2 Students
797 Students
% Asian Students
n/a
3%

Asian Student Percentage Trends

YearManhattan, KS AvgKansas (KS)National
20233%4%5%
20222%4%5%
20212%4%5%
20202%4%4%
20193%4%5%
20183%4%5%
Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON
Download Full Town Data: Full Town Dataset XML | Full Town Dataset JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

# Hispanic Students
22 Students
2,490 Students
% Hispanic Students
4%
10%

Hispanic Student Percentage Trends

YearManhattan, KS AvgKansas (KS)National
20254%10%8%
20244%11%8%
20235%12%8%
20224%12%8%
20214%12%7%
20204%12%7%
20194%10%7%
20184%10%7%
201778%9%6%
201678%8%7%
201578%8%6%
Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON
Download Full Town Data: Full Town Dataset XML | Full Town Dataset JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

# Black Students
8 Students
1,109 Students
% Black Students
2%
5%

Black Student Percentage Trends

YearManhattan, KS AvgKansas (KS)National
20252%5%6%
20242%4%6%
20231%3%6%
20222%3%6%
20212%3%7%
20202%3%7%
20193%3%6%
20183%3%6%
201711%2%6%
201611%2%6%
201511%3%6%
Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON
Download Full Town Data: Full Town Dataset XML | Full Town Dataset JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

# White Students
305 Students
14,527 Students
% White Students
60%
59%

White Student Percentage Trends

YearManhattan, KS AvgKansas (KS)National
202560%59%48%
202460%58%48%
202356%59%48%
202269%59%50%
202169%58%50%
202069%58%51%
201975%60%52%
201875%60%52%
20174%64%54%
20164%64%54%
20154%64%54%
Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON
Download Full Town Data: Full Town Dataset XML | Full Town Dataset JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

# Hawaiian Students
n/a
62 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
167 Students
5,672 Students
% of Others Students
33%
23%

Other Races Student Percentage Trends

YearManhattan, KS AvgKansas (KS)National
202533%23%34%
202433%23%33%
202335%22%33%
202221%22%31%
202121%23%31%
202021%23%31%
201915%22%30%
201815%22%30%
20177%22%30%
20167%22%29%
20157%22%29%
Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON
Download Full Town Data: Full Town Dataset XML | Full Town Dataset JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

All Ethnic Groups
Academics
# Teachers
35 Teachers
1,837 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio Trends (2015-2025)

YearManhattan, KS AvgKansas (KS)National
202514:113:112:1
202414:113:112:1
202313:114:112:1
202212:114:112:1
202112:114:112:1
202012:114:112:1
201912:113:112:1
201812:113:112:1
20179:113:112:1
20169:113:112:1
20159:114:113:1
Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON
Download Full Town Data: Full Town Dataset XML | Full Town Dataset JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

Average Class Size
16 students
16 students

Class Size Trends (2023-2025)

YearManhattan, KS AvgKansas (KS)National
2025161616
2024141516
2023141516
Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON
Download Full Town Data: Full Town Dataset XML | Full Town Dataset JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

Average Number of AP Courses
3 courses
11 courses
Average ACT score
25
(Out of 36)
Tuition & Aid
Admissions & Athletics
Average Acceptance Rate
84%
85%
Average Number of Extracurriculars
2 extracurriculars
5 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
8 sports
6 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

How many private preschools are located in Manhattan, KS?
3 private preschools are located in Manhattan, KS.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Manhattan?
67% of private preschools in Manhattan are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).
Which private preschools in Manhattan are often viewed compared to one another?

Recent Articles

When Your Child Outpaces the Private School Curriculum
When Your Child Outpaces the Private School Curriculum
Learn what parents can do when a child finishes private school coursework early, including acceleration, curriculum compacting, advanced classes, enrichment, and signs the school needs a new plan.
How Much Teacher Access Does Your Child Get?
How Much Teacher Access Does Your Child Get?
Learn how to evaluate teacher access at private schools, including extra-help time, advising, communication, academic support, and the questions families should ask before choosing a school today.
When a Private School Teacher Leaves Midyear
When a Private School Teacher Leaves Midyear
When a private school teacher leaves midyear, parents need clear answers. Learn what schools should do, what children may experience, and when a departure signals deeper concerns.
Area schools map

Filter Schools

School Level
Must Offer Grade
Show more
Gender
School Focus
Religious Affiliation
ADD/ADHD Support
Summer Program

Quick Links

SCHOOL SEARCH TOOLS:
SCHOOL BY TYPE (KS):
OPEN-HOUSES & JOBS:
PUBLIC & BOARDING SCHOOLS:
PRIVATE SCHOOL DATA: