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#101 of 142 private schools in KS

St Andrew Catholic School

Elementary School

215 N PARK BLVD, Independence, KS 67301

Private

Enrollment

61

Student-Teacher

6.6:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Kansas private schools

#101 of 142

In Independence

#3 of 3

public schools

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St Andrew Catholic School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Independence · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.4/10

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About St Andrew Catholic School

St Andrew Catholic School is a private elementary school in Independence, KS. St Andrew Catholic School serves approximately 61 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Andrew Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #101 of 142 private schools in KS.

How it compares1.4 pts below KS schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • KS avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 61 students, St Andrew Catholic School 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 6.6:1 students to teachers, St Andrew Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

St Andrew Catholic 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

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How St Andrew Catholic School compares to the 5 public schools in Independence, KS

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.6:1
This School
vs
12.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
61
This School
vs
338
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.5
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.2% vs 0%
Black 1.6% vs 0%
St Andrew Catholic School Independence Public Avg

All Schools in Independence

School Rating
St Andrew Catholic School (this school) 5.5
Independence Middle 5.4
Independence Sr High 6.0
Eisenhower Elem 7.2
Jefferson School 8.2
BRIDGES Academy 3.1

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 9.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
D 1.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6.1 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,043.1
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 18%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.2 / 10
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Enrollment 61
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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 90.2%
Hispanic 8.2%
Black 1.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

215 N PARK BLVD, Independence, KS 67301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Andrew Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jefferson School (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Central Elem (rated 8.1/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Cherryvale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Independence, see our Independence schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Independence Middle Independence 0.5 mi 5.4
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Independence 0.7 mi 7.7
Independence Sr High Independence 1.1 mi 6.0
Eisenhower Elem Independence 1.4 mi 7.2
Jefferson School Independence 1.7 mi 8.2
INDEPENDENCE BIBLE SCHOOL Independence 1.9 mi 7.1
BRIDGES Academy Independence 2.1 mi 3.1
Cherryvale Sr / Middle School Cherryvale 8.9 mi 6.4
Lincoln Central Elem Cherryvale 9.0 mi 8.1
Community Elementary Coffeyville 12.9 mi 5.6
Heller Elem Neodesha 13.6 mi 6.5
Field Kindley High Coffeyville 13.5 mi 4.2
Coffeyville Virtual Program Coffeyville 13.5 mi 2.9
Roosevelt Middle Coffeyville 13.5 mi 3.8
Neodesha High Neodesha 14.1 mi 5.4
North Lawn Elem Neodesha 14.4 mi 6.5
TYRO COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tyro 14.8 mi 6.3
SOUTH COFFEYVILLE ES South Coffeyville 16.7 mi 5.5
SOUTH COFFEYVILLE HS South Coffeyville 16.7 mi 4.7
Mound Valley Elem Mound Valley 16.2 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 67301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,905

Median Home Value

$109,500

Median Rent

$798/mo

Population

12,996

College Educated

25.7%

Homeownership

72.1%

Avg Commute

17.5 min

Poverty Rate

13.6%

Median Age

38.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Ellis, KS 5.4
ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chanute, KS 5.6
NEWTON BIBLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Newton, KS 5.7
ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Scott, KS 5.3
Winona Elem Winona, KS 5.7
Brewster Elem Brewster, KS 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Andrew Catholic School

What grades does St Andrew Catholic School serve?

St Andrew Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Andrew Catholic School?

St Andrew Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Andrew Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Andrew Catholic School is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Andrew Catholic School rank in KS?

St Andrew Catholic School ranks #101 of 142 private schools in KS.

What is St Andrew Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Andrew Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Andrew Catholic School a private school?

Yes, St Andrew Catholic 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 St Andrew Catholic School a religious school?

St Andrew Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
61
Gender Split
44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.1 hours
Days Per Year
171 days
Setting
Remote Town
County
Montgomery County

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