Topeka Collegiate is a private independent school whose mission is to prepare students for advanced education, successful careers, and responsible citizenship through a commitment to academic excellence and humanitarian ideals.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked KS School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Yearly Tuition: $13,025
- Acceptance rate: 75%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Topeka Collegiate School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1982
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
148 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
32%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
100%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$13,025
Tuition Notes
Multiple financing options, grants, and scholarships are available.
Summer Program Cost
$250
Summer Program Cost Notes
Summer BLAST! is a weekly summer camp offering different themed weeks. Each week is $250. Details can be found on our website.
% on Financial Aid
45%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$4,000
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Leilani Grey
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Chess Club, Technology Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir Grades 4-8
School Notes
- School Motto: Limitless. Learning. Potential.
- We are Topeka`s only independent college preparatory school, placing students at the center of the learning experience and passionately developing the next generation of leaders equipped with skills for life.
- Topeka Collegiate provides an agile learning environment that teaches each student, helping them develop confidence, critical thinking skills, a commitment to community service, and a love of learning that will benefit them for life.
- Year after year, Topeka Collegiate students' standardized test scores place them among the highest-achieving independent school students in the nation.This is no surprise, as teachers are free to tailor their classroom curriculum to the individual needs of their students. Teachers work with parents to ensure students are academically challenged and nurtured to reach their full potential.
- Our curriculum emphasizes math, science, history, reading, writing, and Spanish. Specialists teach all science, Spanish, technology, music, art, and physical education grades.
- We are cultivating the next generation of leadership. Topeka Collegiate prepares students to be leaders through character development, a commitment to equity and justice, social engagement, and global citizenry.
- Children leave Topeka Collegiate as young adults who love learning and will stay with them for their entire lives.Graduates are known for their broad and varied interests, deep knowledge base, and versatile skill sets. They are communicators, risk-takers, and critical thinkers.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Amelia Maxfield - 2002 - Attorney with The Exoneration Project -
- Matt Garlinghouse - 1990 - Notable Business Leader -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Topeka Collegiate School cost?
Topeka Collegiate School's tuition is approximately $13,025 for private students and $250 for summer students.
What schools are Topeka Collegiate School often compared to?
Topeka Collegiate School is often viewed alongside schools like Cair Paravel Latin School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Topeka Collegiate School?
The acceptance rate of Topeka Collegiate School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 79%.
Who are famous alumni from Topeka Collegiate School?
Topeka Collegiate School famous alumni include: Amelia Maxfield - 2002 - Attorney with The Exoneration Project and Matt Garlinghouse - 1990 - Notable Business Leader.
Does Topeka Collegiate School offer a summer program?
Yes, Topeka Collegiate School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Topeka Collegiate School offer?
Topeka Collegiate School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Topeka Collegiate School's ranking?
Topeka Collegiate School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Topeka Collegiate School?
The application deadline for Topeka Collegiate School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Topeka Collegiate School located?
Topeka Collegiate School is located in the West Southwest 3 neighborhood of Topeka, KS.
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The nearest high school to Topeka Collegiate School is Hayden Catholic High School (2.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Most Pure Heart Of Mary School (0.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Mater Dei Catholic School (2.9 miles away)
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Grades
Students
Grades: K-8 | 385 students 0.9 miles 1750 Sw Stone Ave
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 272-4313
Topeka, KS 66604
(785) 272-4313
0.9
K-8
385
Mater Dei Catholic School
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-8 | 167 students 2.9 miles 934 Sw Clay St
Topeka, KS 66606
(785) 233-1727
Topeka, KS 66606
(785) 233-1727
2.9
PK-8
167
Grades: PK-12 | 466 students 3.2 miles 635 SW Clay Street
Topeka, KS 66606
(785) 232-3878
Topeka, KS 66606
(785) 232-3878
3.2
PK-12
466
Our Lady Of Guadalupe School
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-8 | 142 students 4.5 miles 210 Ne Branner Street
Topeka, KS 66616
(785) 233-9171
Topeka, KS 66616
(785) 233-9171
4.5
PK-8
142
Grades: PK-12 | 139 students 5 miles 2000 NW Clay St
Topeka, KS 66608
(785) 286-0427
Topeka, KS 66608
(785) 286-0427
5
PK-12
139
School Reviews
5 9/3/2014
This is the best prep school in town. I have one child there and one who has just left for high school. High school is not a difficulty for him. He is well prepared and well adjusted. After the first week of school, he came home (unsolicited) and said he needs to thank his Spanish teacher for preparing him so well and another day said he wants to thank his math teacher--he understands fully the lessons being presented in his advanced Algebra 2 class. My youngest son is beginning to show some leadership potential, a positive attitude, and an interest in school. I think he will also be well-prepared for his Advanced placement and honors classes in high school. There is nothing more worthwhile and valuable than a strong, positive, humanitarian education for your children.
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