The Independent School
The Independent School serves 560 students in grades Nursery/Preschool-12, is a member of the National Independent Private Schools Association.
The student:teacher of The Independent School is 10:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked KS School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Independent School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2005
Student Body
Total Students
560 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
31%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
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 is The Independent School's ranking?
The Independent School 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?
The application deadline for The Independent School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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