The Independent School, High

The Independent School, High serves 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, is a member of the National Independent Private Schools Association.
The student:teacher of The Independent School, High is 29:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked KS School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 499 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

The Independent School, High ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for:

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Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2005

Student Body

Total Students
499 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
The Independent School, High Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
19 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Art History, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science Principles, AP English Language, AP English Literature, AP Human Geography, AP Music Theory, AP Physics 1, AP Physics 2, AP Physics C, AP Psychology, AP Research, AP Seminar, AP Statistics, AP US Government, AP US History, Differential Equations (Post-AP)

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are The Independent School, High often compared to?
The Independent School, High is often viewed alongside schools like Wichita Collegiate School by visitors of our site.
What is The Independent School, High's ranking?
The Independent School, High ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for: Largest student body and Most AP courses offered.
When is the application deadline for The Independent School, High?
The application deadline for The Independent School, High is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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My daughter has been a student at The Independent School for K-5th grade and loves going to school every day. She loves the caring teachers and fine arts opportunities.
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked KS School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 499 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Wichita, KS is $8,344 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Wichita, KS is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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