The Manhattan Catholic School is a faith community working in partnership with parents, and inspired by the Holy Spirit to develop the whole child - mind, body, and spirit - in accordance with our Catholic Faith Traditions.
We are committed to providing a rigorous and comprehensive academic program while preparing students to become responsible Christian Disciples in an ever-changing world.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Acceptance rate: 84%
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
289 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
17 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$200.00 Annual Books & Technology Fee
Acceptance Rate
84%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Anna Grinter, Truman State Swimming (2003)
- Billy Cosh, Houston Football (2006)
- Brad Briggs, Butler/Southern Illinois Football (2003)
- Chris Melgares, Kansas University Cross Country (2010)
- Drew Wilkinson, Hutchinson CC/Emporia State Baseball (2003)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Manhattan Catholic Schools often compared to?
Manhattan Catholic Schools is often viewed alongside schools like Flint Hills Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Manhattan Catholic Schools?
The acceptance rate of Manhattan Catholic Schools is 84%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
Who are famous alumni from Manhattan Catholic Schools?
Manhattan Catholic Schools famous alumni include: Anna Grinter, Truman State Swimming (2003), Billy Cosh, Houston Football (2006), Brad Briggs, Butler/Southern Illinois Football (2003), Chris Melgares, Kansas University Cross Country (2010) and Drew Wilkinson, Hutchinson CC/Emporia State Baseball (2003).
When is the application deadline for Manhattan Catholic Schools?
The application deadline for Manhattan Catholic Schools is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school and elementary school to Manhattan Catholic Schools is Flint Hills Christian School (3.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Hylton Heights KinderCare (2.3 miles away)
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Apostolic Academy
(Pentecostal)
2512 Rucker Rd
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-6413
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-6413
19.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 118 students
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Apostolic Academy
(Pentecostal)
2512 Rucker Rd
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-6413
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-6413
19.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 118 students
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Miles
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Apostolic Academy
(Pentecostal)
2512 Rucker Rd
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-6413
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-6413
19.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 118 students
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Location
Miles
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Apostolic Academy
(Pentecostal)
2512 Rucker Rd
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-6413
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-6413
19.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 118 students
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Miles
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Hylton Heights KinderCare ![Hylton Heights KinderCare Photo - Hylton Heights KinderCare]( "Hylton Heights KinderCare Photo - Hylton Heights KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
1205 Hylton Heights Rd.
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 539-7540
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 539-7540
2.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Flint Hills Christian School
(Christian)
3905 Green Valley Rd
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 776-2223
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 776-2223
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 218 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 2
Faith Bible Academy
(Baptist)
1001 S Scenic Dr
Manhattan, KS 66503
(785) 539-3363
Manhattan, KS 66503
(785) 539-3363
4.2 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 8 students
206 West Second Street
Alma, KS 66401
(785) 765-3914
Alma, KS 66401
(785) 765-3914
14.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 41 students Tuition listed
200 North Washington Street
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-2841
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-2841
17.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 144 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
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Flint Hills Christian School
(Christian)
3905 Green Valley Rd
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 776-2223
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 776-2223
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 218 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 2
Faith Bible Academy
(Baptist)
1001 S Scenic Dr
Manhattan, KS 66503
(785) 539-3363
Manhattan, KS 66503
(785) 539-3363
4.2 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 8 students
200 North Washington Street
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-2841
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-2841
17.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 144 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition listed
Apostolic Academy
(Pentecostal)
2512 Rucker Rd
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-6413
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-6413
19.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 118 students
Green Christian School
(Christian)
Po Box 128
Green, KS 67447
(785) 944-3324
Green, KS 67447
(785) 944-3324
29.1 miles
Gr: K-11 | 22 students
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Flint Hills Christian School
(Christian)
3905 Green Valley Rd
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 776-2223
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 776-2223
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 218 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 2
Faith Bible Academy
(Baptist)
1001 S Scenic Dr
Manhattan, KS 66503
(785) 539-3363
Manhattan, KS 66503
(785) 539-3363
4.2 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 8 students
206 West Second Street
Alma, KS 66401
(785) 765-3914
Alma, KS 66401
(785) 765-3914
14.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 41 students Tuition listed
200 North Washington Street
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-2841
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-2841
17.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 144 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition listed
Apostolic Academy
(Pentecostal)
2512 Rucker Rd
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-6413
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-6413
19.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 118 students
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Location
Miles
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Hylton Heights KinderCare ![Hylton Heights KinderCare Photo - Hylton Heights KinderCare]( "Hylton Heights KinderCare Photo - Hylton Heights KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
1205 Hylton Heights Rd.
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 539-7540
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 539-7540
2.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Flint Hills Christian School
(Christian)
3905 Green Valley Rd
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 776-2223
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 776-2223
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 218 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 2
200 North Washington Street
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-2841
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-2841
17.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 144 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition listed
Immanuel Lutheran School
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
630 S Eisenhower Drive
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-5921
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-5921
18.7 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 35 students Tuition listed
Apostolic Academy
(Pentecostal)
2512 Rucker Rd
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-6413
Junction City, KS 66441
(785) 238-6413
19.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 118 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
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Woodrow Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
312 N Juliette Avenue
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2170
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2170
0.3 miles
Gr: K-5 | 207 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Theo Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1401 Houston Street
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2090
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2090
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 468 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Bluemont Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
714 Bluemont Ave.
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2030
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2030
0.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 207 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Manhattan High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2100 Poyntz Avenue
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2100
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2100
1.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 2,087 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Manhattan Virtual Academy
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2100 Poyntz Avenue
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2100
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 587-2100
1.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 153 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
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