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The Independent School
  • Private
  • WICHITA, KS
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The Independent School

#3 in Best Private High Schools in Kansas
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Private
  • PK, K-12
  • WICHITA, KS
  • 88 reviews
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    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      unavailable
    3. Teachers
      A minus
    4. College Prep
      A
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A+
    6. Sports
      B+
    theindependentschool.com
    (316) 686-0152
    8317 E DOUGLAS AVE
    WICHITA, KS 67207
    About The Independent School...

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Application Fee
    $40
    Interview Required
    No
    Required/Recommended Tests

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $16,000
    Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Received Financial Aid
    30%
    Average Financial Aid
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    Independent Inspires. There is a strong sense of community at TIS. New students and families are welcomed with open arms. Students are encouraged to become involved in and attend a variety of activities. The diverse culture, activities, and accomplishments of our students are regularly celebrated.

    At TIS, we believe and put the utmost importance in creating an environment that demonstrates the following VALUES:

    Family

    Excellence

    Integrity

    Self-efficacy

    Diversity

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1260
    19 responses
    Average ACT
    27
    61 responses
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    State Championship Debate and Mock Trial Teams

    academic spotlight

    With an award-winning coach, John Steere, at the helm, the Upper School Debate and Mock Trial teams are consistently top in the state. Mr. Steere came to The Independent School in 2000 after 12 years as a practicing lawyer. Our Mock Trial teams have won nine out of the last 11 state championships (13 overall). The Debate teams have won five out of the last six state championships.

    Culture & Safety

    Poll
    89%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 9 responses
    Poll
    78%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 9 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 36 responses
    • Fall Homecoming Parade on Douglass!
      22%
    • Lower school carnival
      19%
    • Football games
      11%
    • Homecoming
      11%
    • Senior cookout
      8%
    • Spirit Week
      8%
    • 9th grade humanities KC trip
      6%

    Students

    Diversity
    unavailable
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    477
    90%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 10 responses
    90%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 10 responses
    80%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 10 responses
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    Preschool

    Annual Cost
    $11,500
    Cost is for the most complete schedule offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Starting Age
    3 years
    Pre-K Student-Teacher Ratio
    12:1
    Website
    theindependentschool.com/academics/early-learning-center
    Schedule Options
    • Offers Full Week
      Yes
    • Offers Part Week
      No
    • Offers Full Day
      Yes
    • Offers Part Day
      No

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    8:1
    National
    17:1
    Poll
    77%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 13 responses
    Poll
    85%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 13 responses
    Poll
    77%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 13 responses
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    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Boys Athletic Participation
    89%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 9 responses
    67%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 9 responses
    89%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 9 responses

    Living in the Area

    Wichita
    A minus
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Cost of Living
      B+
    2. Good for Families
      B+
    3. Housing
      B
    Median Household Income
    $56,374
    National
    $69,021
    Median Rent
    $856
    National
    $1,163
    Median Home Value
    $145,300
    National
    $244,900
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