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#54 of 142 private schools in KS
Top 37% of private schools
Bishop Ward High School
High School
708 N 18TH ST, Kansas City, KS 66102
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kansas private schools
#54 of 142
In Kansas City
#3 of 5
public schools
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About Bishop Ward High School
Bishop Ward High School is a private high school in Kansas City, KS. Bishop Ward High School serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Bishop Ward High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #54 of 142 private schools in KS.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- KS avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Bishop Ward High School 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 Ward High School compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Kansas City, KS
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bishop Ward High School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Wyandotte High | 3.9 |
| School for Blind High | — |
| Sumner Academy of Arts & Science | 7.4 |
| Bridges/Wyandot Academy | — |
| J C Harmon High | 4.1 |
| F L Schlagle High | 3.9 |
| Beyond the Bell | — |
| Turner High | 3.7 |
| Washington High | 3.6 |
| 500 Reach | 2.7 |
| Alfred Fairfax Academy | 5.2 |
| Piper High | 3.9 |
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
708 N 18TH ST, Kansas City, KS 66102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bishop Ward High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Sumner Academy of Arts & Science (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wyandotte High (rated 3.9/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kansas City | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Mark Twain Elem Kansas City | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| McKinley Elementary School Kansas City | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Wyandotte High Kansas City | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| School for Blind Elementary Kansas City | 0.6 mi | — |
| School for Blind High Kansas City | 0.6 mi | — |
| M E Pearson Elem Kansas City | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Chelsea Elem Kansas City | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Frances Willard Elem Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Douglass Elem Kansas City | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Carl B. Bruce Middle School Kansas City | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Sumner Academy of Arts & Science Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Bertram Caruthers Elem Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Whittier Elem Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Central Middle Kansas City | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| John Fiske Elem Kansas City | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Bridges/Wyandot Academy Kansas City | 2.1 mi | — |
| Grant Elem Kansas City | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Quindaro Elem Kansas City | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Banneker Elem Kansas City | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 66102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,218
Median Home Value
$105,000
Median Rent
$1,020/mo
Population
30,062
College Educated
11.9%
Homeownership
55.4%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
23.4%
Median Age
29.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Kingman High Kingman, KS | 6.8 |
| Minneapolis Jr-Sr High School Minneapolis, KS | 6.8 |
| Cimarron High Cimarron, KS | 6.7 |
| Ellsworth High Ellsworth, KS | 6.7 |
| Republic County Jr./Sr. High School Belleville, KS | 6.7 |
| Uniontown High School Uniontown, KS | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bishop Ward High School
What grades does Bishop Ward High School serve?
Bishop Ward High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Bishop Ward High School?
Bishop Ward High School has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bishop Ward High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bishop Ward High School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bishop Ward High School rank in KS?
Bishop Ward High School ranks #54 of 142 private schools in KS.
What is Bishop Ward High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bishop Ward High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bishop Ward High School a private school?
Yes, Bishop Ward High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic 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 Ward High School a religious school?
Bishop Ward High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 309
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Wyandotte County
- Phone
- (913) 371-1201
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