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#42 of 142 private schools in KS

Top 29% of private schools

Thomas More Prep-marian High

High School

1701 HALL ST, Hays, KS 67601

Private

Enrollment

271

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

7.1

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#42 of 142

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Thomas More Prep-marian High

7.1/10

High School in Hays · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.9/10

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About Thomas More Prep-marian High

Thomas More Prep-marian High is a private high school in Hays, KS. Thomas More Prep-marian High serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas More Prep-marian High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #42 of 142 private schools in KS.

How it compares1.3 pts above KS schools
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • KS avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Thomas More Prep-marian High sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Thomas More Prep-marian High 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 Thomas More Prep-marian High compares to the 7 public schools in Hays, KS

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.6:1
This School
vs
15.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
271
This School
vs
487
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.1
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 88.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.1% vs 0%
Asian 2.6% vs 0%
Black 0.7% vs 0%
Thomas More Prep-marian High Hays Public Avg

All Schools in Hays

School Rating
Thomas More Prep-marian High (this school) 7.1
Kathryn O'Loughlin McCarthy Elem 8.9
Lincoln Elem 6.9
Hays Middle School 5.8
Hays Virtual School 4.1
Woodrow Wilson Elem 8.9
Roosevelt Elem 7.3
Hays High 4.5

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- 8.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.6 / 10
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School Day Length 7.3 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,241
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 21%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Enrollment 271
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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 88.2%
Hispanic 8.1%
Asian 2.6%
Black 0.7%
Native American 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1701 HALL ST, Hays, KS 67601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Thomas More Prep-marian High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Ellis Jr/Sr High (rated 6.5/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Ellis), with a comparable rating. Another option is Victoria Junior-Senior High School (rated 6.4/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Victoria), with a comparable rating. Additionally, La Crosse High (rated 6.1/10, 24.6 miles away, in nearby La Crosse), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hays, see our Hays schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 28.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Kathryn O'Loughlin McCarthy Elem Hays 0.3 mi 8.9
Lincoln Elem Hays 0.6 mi 6.9
Hays Virtual School Hays 1.0 mi 4.1
Hays Middle School Hays 1.0 mi 5.8
Woodrow Wilson Elem Hays 1.0 mi 8.9
Roosevelt Elem Hays 1.7 mi 7.3
Hays High Hays 2.5 mi 4.5
Victoria Elementary Victoria 10.4 mi 7.1
Victoria Junior-Senior High School Victoria 10.6 mi 6.4
Ellis Jr/Sr High Ellis 12.3 mi 6.5
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Ellis 12.4 mi 5.4
Washington Elem Ellis 12.4 mi 7.9
Plainville Elem Plainville 24.2 mi 4.9
Plainville High Plainville 24.3 mi 5.5
La Crosse Elementary La Crosse 24.4 mi 8.3
La Crosse High La Crosse 24.6 mi 6.1
La Crosse Middle School La Crosse 24.6 mi 4.4
SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY [PLAINVILLE] Plainville 24.7 mi 5.8
Palco Jr. High Palco 28.2 mi
Palco High Palco 28.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 67601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,480

Median Home Value

$221,400

Median Rent

$902/mo

Population

24,279

College Educated

42.3%

Homeownership

60.4%

Poverty Rate

18.4%

Median Age

31.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Garden Plain High Garden Plain, KS 7.1
Hillsboro Middle/High School Hillsboro, KS 7.1
Rossville Jr.-Sr. High School Rossville, KS 7.1
Clearwater High Clearwater, KS 7.0
Chase County Junior Senior High School Cottonwood Falls, KS 7.2
Clay Center Community High Clay Center, KS 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Thomas More Prep-marian High

What grades does Thomas More Prep-marian High serve?

Thomas More Prep-marian High serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Thomas More Prep-marian High?

Thomas More Prep-marian High has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas More Prep-marian High?

The student-teacher ratio at Thomas More Prep-marian High is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Thomas More Prep-marian High rank in KS?

Thomas More Prep-marian High ranks #42 of 142 private schools in KS.

What is Thomas More Prep-marian High's MySchoolScout rating?

Thomas More Prep-marian High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Thomas More Prep-marian High a private school?

Yes, Thomas More Prep-marian High 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 Thomas More Prep-marian High a religious school?

Thomas More Prep-marian High has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
271
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.3 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Remote Town
County
Ellis County

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