The Independent School, High (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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About the School

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

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked KS School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 499 students
Yearly Tuition: $25,150
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Independent School, High
Pre-K	28
Kind	27
1	44
2	28
3	36
4	25
5	59
6	37
7	14
8	68
9	33
10	22
11	49
12	29

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Year Founded

1980

School Calendar

Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2005

School Motto

To provide a superior, independent, college preparatory education, serving a diverse student population in a safe, supportive community.

Student Body

Total Students

499 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

26%

State avg.: 24%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

17 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

29:1

National avg.:

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)

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Independent 草榴社区 School Association (NIPSA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$25,150

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Application URL

Sports

School Mascot

Panthers

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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).

School Reviews

5 3/4/2020

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.

- Posted by Parent - Amanda Evans

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Wichita, KS is $14,368 for elementary schools and $17,535 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Wichita, KS is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).