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Best Kansas Boarding Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 1 college-prep and junior boarding schools serving 185 students located throughout Kansas.

Historical Statistics Overview

This State (KS)
US
# Schools
1 Schools
271 Schools
# Students
208 Students
107,111 Students

Academics and Faculty

This State (KS)
US
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
8:1
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
55%
69%

Academic Programs

This State (KS)
US
Avg. AP Courses
18
22
Avg. IB Courses
n/a
28
Avg. Class Size
15
13

Academic Performance

This State (KS)
US
Avg. SAT Score
1310
1270
Avg. ACT Score
26
27
Avg. Acceptance Rate
72%
59%

Tuition and Finances

This State (KS)
US
Avg. Tuition (Boarding)
$32,500
$64,480
Avg. Tuition (Day)
$7,250
$38,054
Avg. Tuition (International)
$41,150
$62,481
Avg. Financial Aid Rate
54%
42%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$8,000
$26,973
Avg. Endowment
$3 MM
$83 MM

Student Diversity

This State (KS)
US
% Students of Color
10%
30%
% International Students
25%
27%
% Boarding Students
45%
59%

Top Kansas Boarding Schools (2026-27)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1000 Green St.
Atchison, KS 66002
(913) 367-5482
Gr: 9-12 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate: 72% Tuition listed

Frequently Asked Questions

How many boarding schools are located in Kansas?
There is 1 college-preparatory boarding schools located in Kansas.
What is the oldest boarding school in Kansas?
Maur Hill - Mount Academy (MH-MA), founded in 1863, is the oldest boarding school in Kansas.

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