Very Good
#19 of 142 private schools in KS
Top 13% of private schools
Bishop Seabury Academy
High School
4120 CLINTON PKWY, Lawrence, KS 66047
Enrollment
186
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
186
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kansas private schools
#19 of 142
In Lawrence
#1 of 6
public schools
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About Bishop Seabury Academy
Bishop Seabury Academy is a private high school in Lawrence, KS. Bishop Seabury Academy serves approximately 186 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bishop Seabury Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #19 of 142 private schools in KS.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- KS avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 186 students, Bishop Seabury Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Bishop Seabury Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Bishop Seabury Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Bishop Seabury Academy compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Lawrence, KS
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bishop Seabury Academy (this school) | 7.7 |
| Lawrence Southwest Middle School | 6.2 |
| Lawrence West Middle School | 5.1 |
| Lawrence Free State High | 5.4 |
| Lawrence High | 4.3 |
| Billy Mills Middle School | 3.5 |
| Lawrence Virtual School | 4.8 |
| Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School | 3.8 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in KS.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in KS
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4120 CLINTON PKWY, Lawrence, KS 66047
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bishop Seabury Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lawrence Free State High (rated 5.4/10, 2.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Lawrence High (rated 4.3/10, 2.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lawrence, see our Lawrence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lawrence Southwest Middle School Lawrence | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| RAINTREE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lawrence | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Sunflower Elementary Lawrence | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Quail Run Elementary Lawrence | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Sunset Hill Elem Lawerence | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lawrence | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Lawrence Free State High Lawrence | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Lawrence West Middle School Lawrence | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Schwegler Elem Lawrence | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Langston Hughes Elem Lawrence | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Hillcrest Elem Lawrence | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Deerfield Elem Lawrence | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Lawrence High Lawrence | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Lawrence Virtual School Lawrence | 3.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Billy Mills Middle School Lawrence | 2.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Cordley Elem Lawrence | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| ST JOHN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lawrence | 3.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School Lawrence | 3.3 mi | 3.8 |
| VERITAS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lawrence | 3.8 mi | 7.4 |
| New York Elem Lawrence | 3.7 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 66047 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,491
Median Home Value
$303,100
Median Rent
$1,107/mo
Population
20,344
College Educated
54.9%
Homeownership
45.4%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
31.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pleasant Ridge High Easton, KS | 7.7 |
| Quinter Jr-Sr High Quinter, KS | 7.7 |
| Wabaunsee Sr High Alma, KS | 7.7 |
| Lincoln Jr/Sr High Lincoln, KS | 7.8 |
| Nemaha Central High School Seneca, KS | 7.8 |
| Riverside High School Wathena, KS | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bishop Seabury Academy
What grades does Bishop Seabury Academy serve?
Bishop Seabury Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Bishop Seabury Academy?
Bishop Seabury Academy has an enrollment of approximately 186 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bishop Seabury Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Bishop Seabury Academy is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bishop Seabury Academy rank in KS?
Bishop Seabury Academy ranks #19 of 142 private schools in KS.
What is Bishop Seabury Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Bishop Seabury Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bishop Seabury Academy a private school?
Yes, Bishop Seabury Academy is a private coeducational school with a Episcopal affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Bishop Seabury Academy a religious school?
Bishop Seabury Academy has a Episcopal religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 186
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Episcopal
- School Day
- 7.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 162 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Douglas County
- Phone
- (785) 832-1717
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