The Independent School

Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade Pre-K-12

8317 E Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS

Bonnie Brae Neighborhood

4.5

4.1

458 Students

A+

Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
8:1

Average SAT Score
1260

Average ACT Score
27

Average GPA
3.57

Graduation Rate
100%

Annual Tuition
$16,500

Academics

B+

Teachers

College Prep

Resources/Facilities

A+

Clubs and Activities

B+

Sports

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Average GPA

3.57

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

8:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Part Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

College Prep

Average SAT

1260

Math

630

Verbal

620

Average ACT

Math

English

Reading

Science

Number of AP Courses

Four-Year Matriculation Rate

95%

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

White

60.2%

Asian or Pacific Islander

14.9%

Two or more races

12%

Hispanic

10.7%

Black

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

<1%

School Rankings

#2 Best Private K12 Schools in Kansas

#2 Most Diverse Private HS in Kansas

#3 Best College Prep Private High Schools in Kansas

Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered

IB Programs Offered

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.

The University of Kansas 43 Students

Wichita State University 27 Students

Kansas State University 24 Students

University of Oklahoma 18 Students

New York University 14 Students

Colorado State University 12 Students

Emporia State University 12 Students

University of Arkansas 11 Students

Newman University 11 Students

Oklahoma State University 9 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.

Business 27 Students

Biology 17 Students

Psychology 13 Students

Pre-Medicine Studies 10 Students

Marketing 7 Students

Political Science and Government 7 Students

International Business 7 Students

Finance 6 Students

Architecture 6 Students

Music 6 Students

This School’s Reviews

5.0 Parent

1/16/2025

We have found a home at The Independent School. Every level has fantastic teachers. The education is next level. My children are in sports, clubs, plays and musicals, honor societies and volunteer organizations through the school. The opportunities abound. We love the friends our kids have made and are just so grateful to have found our way to The Independent School.

4.0 Senior

6/27/2023

My first year at the Independent school was definitely one to remember, after transferring from a private school where I had a less positive experience it was nice to welcomed the way I was at the Independent school. Most of the teachers are nice and willing to do the extra for their students.

5.0 Senior

11/11/2022

Great college prep school. Excellent teachers who care about students. It is a school where you can really get involved and have an impact on your community.

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5.0 parent

2/26/2025

Great school. They do a great job partnering with parents and educating the students.

1.0 parent

8/16/2024

I got referred to this school and attended their annual carnival, which is a great fun event. I was sold! It’s a great fun event & bait for recruiting other families. I believed the hype that they were for all the great values they claimIn summary they have a culture of making parent jump through so...

5.0 other

9/9/2023

I am writing this review based on years of my own attendance, as well as sending my own children, and having countless friends send their children to this school. The Independent School is a very special school that has exceptional teachers, encourages diversity and individuality, and is an excellen...

4.0 parent

10/4/2018

We love Independent. There are so many caring teachers that embrace individuality. It has allowed our children to grow and learn amazing things.

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List Price Range

$192K - $516K

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$262,460

Median Lot Size

13,068 Sq Ft

% Renters

31%

Average Household Income

$150,797

% of College Grads

65.6%

Median Age

Average House Size

2,155 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

81.6%

Homes for Sale

$340,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,426 Sq Ft

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1.5 Baths
1,552 Sq Ft

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2,613 Sq Ft

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1,705 Sq Ft

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2 Baths
1,613 Sq Ft

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672 Sq Ft

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1 Bath
1,090 Sq Ft

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3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,075 Sq Ft

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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,212 Sq Ft

12938 E Blake St
Wichita, KS

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$1,398 - $2,058 per month

Parkview Townhomes
3 - 4 Beds
2 Baths
1,536+ Sq Ft

1329 Williamsburg N
Wichita, KS

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3 Baths
2,506 Sq Ft

5036 N Highland St
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1-2 Baths
741+ Sq Ft

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420+ Sq Ft

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Wichita, KS

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1-2 Baths
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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,221 Sq Ft

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Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools

Kapaun Mt. Carmel Catholic High School

9th to 12th
Private

A-

Wichita Collegiate School

Pre-K to 12th
Private

A+

Classical School of Wichita

K to 12th
Private

A-

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Cottonwood Park

Eastborough Park

Beech Lake & Park

Edgemoor Park

Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area

W.B. Harrison Park

LW Clapp Park

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Kansas Sedgwick County Wichita 67207 Bonnie Brae

The Independent School is a private school for students in grades Pre-K-12 located at 8317 E Douglas Ave in Wichita, KS. Annual tuition is $16,500. The school has a total enrollment of 458 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. The Independent School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average GPA is 3.57, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1260 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $262,460. Discover additional schools in the area, like Kapaun Mt. Carmel Catholic High School, Wichita Collegiate School, Classical School of Wichita, and more. Learn more about what Wichita has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near The Independent School.

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