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 Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked KS School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,150
- Average class size: 15 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:
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.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
19 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Art HistoryAP Biology
AP Calculus ABAP Calculus BC
AP ChemistryAP Computer Science Principles
AP English LanguageAP English Literature
AP Human GeographyAP Music Theory
AP Physics 1AP Physics 2
AP Physics CAP Psychology
AP ResearchAP Seminar
AP StatisticsAP US Government
AP US HistoryDifferential Equations (Post-AP)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,150
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: To provide a superior, independent, college preparatory education, serving a diverse student population in a safe, supportive community.
- School Mascot: Panthers
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Independent School, High cost?
The Independent School, High's tuition is approximately $25,150 for private students.
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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Popular comparisons: The Independent School, High vs. Wichita Collegiate School
People that viewed The Independent School, High also viewed these schools: Wichita Collegiate School, Classical School of Wichita, Central Christian Academy, Blessed Sacrament Catholic School and All Saints Catholic Elementary School.
The nearest high school and elementary school to The Independent School, High is Classical School of Wichita (0.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Independent Elementary School (0.8 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
9115 E 13th Street N
Wichita, KS 67206
(316) 771-2203
Wichita, KS 67206
(316) 771-2203
1.9 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 967 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
Classical School of Wichita
(Christian)
6355 Willowbrook St.
Wichita, KS 67218
(316) 773-9279
Wichita, KS 67218
(316) 773-9279
0.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 460 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
Central Christian Academy![Central Christian Academy Photo - Gym Mural]( "Central Christian Academy Photo - Gym Mural")
(Christian)
2900 N Rock Road
Wichita, KS 67226
(316) 688-1161
Wichita, KS 67226
(316) 688-1161
3.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 470 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 5
Blessed Sacrament Catholic School
(Catholic)
125 N Quentin St
Wichita, KS 67208
(316) 684-3752
Wichita, KS 67208
(316) 684-3752
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 423 students
All Saints Catholic Elementary School
(Catholic)
3313 Grand St
Wichita, KS 67218
(316) 682-6021
Wichita, KS 67218
(316) 682-6021
2.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 183 students
School Reviews
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