Private Schools in Cheney, Kansas

The Independent School is a highly-regarded private school serving the greater Wichita area, including Cheney families. Founded in 1979, it offers a comprehensive college preparatory education from preschool through 12th grade. The school features small class sizes, rigorous academics, and extensive extracurricular programs including competitive athletics, visual and performing arts, and advanced STEM courses. With a 9:1 student-teacher ratio and 100% college acceptance rate, TIS provides personalized attention and strong academic outcomes. The campus includes modern facilities, science labs, athletic fields, and performing arts spaces.

Wichita Collegiate School is a premier independent day school serving students from Cheney and throughout the Wichita metropolitan area. Established in 1961, the school offers a challenging academic program from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, including both Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate options. The 40-acre campus features state-of-the-art facilities including science and technology labs, performing arts centers, and extensive athletic facilities. Collegiate consistently ranks among the top private schools in Kansas, with graduates attending prestigious universities nationwide. The school emphasizes character development, leadership, and global awareness.

Kapaun Mt. Carmel Catholic High School has served the Wichita area, including Cheney families, since 1954. As a Catholic college preparatory school, it combines rigorous academics with faith-based education for grades 9-12. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum including honors and AP courses, strong STEM programs, competitive athletics, and extensive fine arts opportunities. With a commitment to developing the whole person - spiritually, academically, and socially - Kapaun maintains a 99% college acceptance rate. The school features modern classrooms, science labs, athletic facilities, and chapel, serving as a cornerstone of Catholic education in south-central Kansas.