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#86 of 142 private schools in KS

Fort Scott Christian Heights

School

1101 S BARBEE ST, Fort Scott, KS 66701

Private

Enrollment

73

Student-Teacher

8.1:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Kansas private schools

#86 of 142

In Fort Scott

#1 of 3

public schools

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Fort Scott Christian Heights

6.0/10

School in Fort Scott · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Fort Scott Middle School

7.4/10

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5.8/10

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About Fort Scott Christian Heights

Fort Scott Christian Heights is a private school in Fort Scott, KS. Fort Scott Christian Heights serves approximately 73 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Fort Scott Christian Heights has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #86 of 142 private schools in KS.

How it compares0.4 pts below KS schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • KS avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 73 students, Fort Scott Christian Heights 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 8.1:1 students to teachers, Fort Scott Christian Heights sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Fort Scott Christian Heights 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

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How Fort Scott Christian Heights compares to the 4 public schools in Fort Scott, KS

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
This School
vs
12.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
73
This School
vs
441
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
7.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 84.9% vs 0%
Asian 6.8% vs 0%
Black 4.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.1% vs 0%
Fort Scott Christian Heights Fort Scott Public Avg

All Schools in Fort Scott

School Rating
Fort Scott Christian Heights (this school) 6.0
Fort Scott Middle School 7.4
Fort Scott Sr High 5.8
Eugene Ware Elem 8.3
Winfield Scott Elem 8.7

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.3 / 10
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School Day Length 7.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,123.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 27%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
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Enrollment 73
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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)

White 84.9%
Asian 6.8%
Black 4.1%
Hispanic 4.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1101 S BARBEE ST, Fort Scott, KS 66701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fort Scott Christian Heights may also want to explore other schools in the area. Winfield Scott Elem (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eugene Ware Elem (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, West Bourbon Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Uniontown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Scott, see our Fort Scott schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Fort Scott Middle School Fort Scott 0.3 mi 7.4
Fort Scott Sr High Fort Scott 0.5 mi 5.8
Eugene Ware Elem Fort Scott 0.7 mi 8.3
Winfield Scott Elem Fort Scott 0.8 mi 8.7
ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Scott 0.9 mi 5.3
CHRISTIAN LEARNING CENTER Fort Scott 1.7 mi 3.1
BRONAUGH ELEM. Bronaugh 15.8 mi 5.4
BRONAUGH HIGH Bronaugh 15.8 mi 5.5
West Bourbon Elementary Uniontown 15.1 mi 8.1
Uniontown High School Uniontown 15.1 mi 6.7
Northeast Elem Arma 19.6 mi 5.0
North East High Arma 19.6 mi 3.8
Northeast Virtual School Arma 19.6 mi
HUME ELEM. Hume 19.3 mi 6.7
HUME HIGH Hume 19.3 mi 6.4
LIBERAL HIGH Liberal 20.9 mi 8.0
LIBERAL MIDDLE Liberal 20.9 mi 7.9
LIBERAL ELEM. Liberal 21.1 mi 6.7
CEDAR RIDGE SCHOOL Nevada 17.8 mi
NEVADA MIDDLE Nevada 17.9 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 66701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,838

Median Home Value

$107,800

Median Rent

$789/mo

Population

11,075

College Educated

24.3%

Homeownership

70.2%

Avg Commute

18.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

40.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fort Scott Christian Heights

What grades does Fort Scott Christian Heights serve?

Fort Scott Christian Heights serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Fort Scott Christian Heights?

Fort Scott Christian Heights has an enrollment of approximately 73 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Scott Christian Heights?

The student-teacher ratio at Fort Scott Christian Heights is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Fort Scott Christian Heights rank in KS?

Fort Scott Christian Heights ranks #86 of 142 private schools in KS.

What is Fort Scott Christian Heights's MySchoolScout rating?

Fort Scott Christian Heights has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Fort Scott Christian Heights a private school?

Yes, Fort Scott Christian Heights is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Fort Scott Christian Heights a religious school?

Fort Scott Christian Heights has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
73
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Other Religious
School Day
7.8 hours
Days Per Year
144 days
Setting
Remote Town
County
Bourbon County

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