For the 2026 school year, there are 3 blue ribbon private high schools serving 1,578 students in Kansas.
The top-ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Kansas include The Independent School, High and Saint Thomas Aquinas High School.
Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this and .
Top-Ranked Kansas Blue Ribbon Private High Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8317 E Douglas Ave
Wichita, KS 67207
(316) 686-0152
Wichita, KS 67207
(316) 686-0152
Gr: PK-12 | 499 students Avg. class size: 15 students Blue Ribbon year: 2005 Tuition listed
Saint Thomas Aquinas High School ![Saint Thomas Aquinas High School Photo]( "Saint Thomas Aquinas High School Photo")
(Catholic)
11411 Pflumm Rd
Overland Park, KS 66215
(913) 345-1411
Overland Park, KS 66215
(913) 345-1411
Gr: 9-12 | 880 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 23 | Extracurrculars: 18 Blue Ribbon year: 2012, 2014 Tuition listed
Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy ![Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy Photo]( "Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy Photo")
Special Program Emphasis (Jewish)
5801 W 115th Street
Leawood, KS 66211
(913) 327-8150
Leawood, KS 66211
(913) 327-8150
Gr: K-12 | 199 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 9 Blue Ribbon year: 2005 Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Kansas?
The top-ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Kansas include The Independent School, High and Saint Thomas Aquinas High School.
How many blue ribbon private high schools are located in Kansas?
3 blue ribbon private high schools are located in Kansas.
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