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#67 of 142 private schools in KS
Top 47% of private schools
Life Preparatory Academy
School
3841 N MERIDIAN CIR, Wichita, KS 67204
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kansas private schools
#67 of 142
In Wichita
#9 of 22
public schools
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About Life Preparatory Academy
Life Preparatory Academy is a private school in Wichita, KS. Life Preparatory Academy serves approximately 401 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Life Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #67 of 142 private schools in KS.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- KS avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Life Preparatory 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 Life Preparatory Academy compares to 98 public schools serving similar grades in Wichita, KS
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Life Preparatory Academy (this school) | 6.5 |
| Pleasant Valley Middle School | 6.4 |
| Pleasant Valley Elem | 6.1 |
| Earhart Environ Magnet Elem | 6.5 |
| Ortiz Elementary School | 7.1 |
| McLean Science/Tech Magnet Elem | 8.6 |
| Cloud Elem | 4.4 |
| Woodland Health / Wellness Magnet Elem | 4.4 |
| O K Elem | 4.4 |
| Marshall Middle School | 6.0 |
| North High | 3.9 |
| Irving Elementary | 4.3 |
| Black Traditional Magnet Elem | 5.0 |
| Hadley Middle School | 1.8 |
| Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary | 7.8 |
| Gordon Parks Academy | 6.3 |
| Bryant Opportunity Academy | — |
| Horace Mann Dual Language Magnet | 4.7 |
| L'Ouverture Computer Technology Magnet | 4.1 |
| Park Elementary | 2.2 |
| Maize South High School | 4.8 |
Showing 20 of 98 schools. View all schools in Wichita
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
3841 N MERIDIAN CIR, Wichita, KS 67204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Life Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. McLean Science/Tech Magnet Elem (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JUDE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wichita, see our Wichita schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Valley Middle School Wichita | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Pleasant Valley Elem Wichita | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| ST JUDE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wichita | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Earhart Environ Magnet Elem Wichita | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Ortiz Elementary School Wichita | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| McLean Science/Tech Magnet Elem Wichita | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Cloud Elem Wichita | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Woodland Health / Wellness Magnet Elem Wichita | 2.9 mi | 4.4 |
| O K Elem Wichita | 3.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Marshall Middle School Wichita | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
| ST CATHERINE OF SIENA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wichita | 2.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Black Traditional Magnet Elem Wichita | 3.5 mi | 5.0 |
| North High Wichita | 3.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary Wichita | 3.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Hadley Middle School Wichita | 3.6 mi | 1.8 |
| Irving Elementary Wichita | 3.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Bryant Opportunity Academy Wichita | 3.8 mi | — |
| THREE ANGELS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Wichita | 3.2 mi | — |
| Horace Mann Dual Language Magnet Wichita | 3.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Chisholm Trail Elem Park City | 3.8 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 67204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,549
Median Home Value
$148,900
Median Rent
$976/mo
Population
22,913
College Educated
23.6%
Homeownership
75.2%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fairfield Schools Langdon, KS | 6.6 |
| Maize Virtual Preparatory School Maize, KS | 6.7 |
| CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wichita, KS | 6.2 |
| West Elk Schools Howard, KS | 6.2 |
| CAIR PARAVEL LATIN SCHOOL Topeka, KS | 5.9 |
| CAIR PARAVEL LATIN SCHOOL Topeka, KS | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Life Preparatory Academy
What grades does Life Preparatory Academy serve?
Life Preparatory Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Life Preparatory Academy?
Life Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 401 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Life Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Life Preparatory Academy is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Life Preparatory Academy rank in KS?
Life Preparatory Academy ranks #67 of 142 private schools in KS.
What is Life Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Life Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Life Preparatory Academy a private school?
Yes, Life Preparatory Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Life Preparatory Academy a religious school?
Life Preparatory Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 401
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 142 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sedgwick County
- Phone
- (316) 838-1243
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