Independence Bible School in Independence, KS, offers co–ed education for grades K through 12 in a rural community setting.
The school enrolls 82 students with a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 supported by 11 teachers.
Founded in 1949, Independence Bible School follows a Christian orientation and is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
Annual tuition at Independence Bible School is $1,850, ranking the school among the more affordable private K–12 options in Kansas.
The student body includes 17.28% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the rural Independence community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Yearly Tuition: $1,850
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Independence Bible School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
82 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Go...into all the world and preach the Gospel.'
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Independence Bible School cost?
Independence Bible School's tuition is approximately $1,850 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Independence Bible School?
The application deadline for Independence Bible School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to Independence Bible School is Tyro Community Christian School (12.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Zion Lutheran School (1.7 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Zion Lutheran School ![Zion Lutheran School Photo - Zion is accredited nationally by National Lutheran Schools Accreditation and by the Kansas State Department of Education.]( "Zion Lutheran School Photo - Zion is accredited nationally by National Lutheran Schools Accreditation and by the Kansas State Department of Education.")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
301 S 11th Street
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-3331
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-3331
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 68 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Andrew Catholic School
(Catholic)
215 N Park Blvd
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 331-2870
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 331-2870
2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 104 students
Tyro Community Christian School
(Christian)
301 S. Chambers
Caney, KS 67333
(620) 289-4450
Caney, KS 67333
(620) 289-4450
12.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 138 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
St. Patrick Catholic School
(Catholic)
1831 Stevens Ave
Parsons, KS 67357
(620) 421-0710
Parsons, KS 67357
(620) 421-0710
26.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 110 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Tyro Community Christian School
(Christian)
301 S. Chambers
Caney, KS 67333
(620) 289-4450
Caney, KS 67333
(620) 289-4450
12.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 138 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Paths To Independence
Special Education School
4620 E Frank Phillips Blvd
Bartlesville, OK 74006
(918) 337-6231
Bartlesville, OK 74006
(918) 337-6231
33.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 54 students Tuition listed
Wesleyan Christian School ![Wesleyan Christian School Photo - Elementary Chapel]( "Wesleyan Christian School Photo - Elementary Chapel")
(Methodist)
1780 Silver Lake Rd
Bartlesville, OK 74006
(918) 333-8631
Bartlesville, OK 74006
(918) 333-8631
35.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 401 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 12
Chanute Christian Academy
(Assembly of God)
1000 W 14th St
Chanute, KS 66720
(620) 431-7777
Chanute, KS 66720
(620) 431-7777
35.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 83 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Zion Lutheran School ![Zion Lutheran School Photo - Zion is accredited nationally by National Lutheran Schools Accreditation and by the Kansas State Department of Education.]( "Zion Lutheran School Photo - Zion is accredited nationally by National Lutheran Schools Accreditation and by the Kansas State Department of Education.")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
301 S 11th Street
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-3331
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-3331
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 68 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Andrew Catholic School
(Catholic)
215 N Park Blvd
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 331-2870
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 331-2870
2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 104 students
Tyro Community Christian School
(Christian)
301 S. Chambers
Caney, KS 67333
(620) 289-4450
Caney, KS 67333
(620) 289-4450
12.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 138 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
St. Patrick Catholic School
(Catholic)
1831 Stevens Ave
Parsons, KS 67357
(620) 421-0710
Parsons, KS 67357
(620) 421-0710
26.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 110 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Zion Lutheran School ![Zion Lutheran School Photo - Zion is accredited nationally by National Lutheran Schools Accreditation and by the Kansas State Department of Education.]( "Zion Lutheran School Photo - Zion is accredited nationally by National Lutheran Schools Accreditation and by the Kansas State Department of Education.")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
301 S 11th Street
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-3331
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-3331
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 68 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Andrew Catholic School
(Catholic)
215 N Park Blvd
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 331-2870
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 331-2870
2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 104 students
Tyro Community Christian School
(Christian)
301 S. Chambers
Caney, KS 67333
(620) 289-4450
Caney, KS 67333
(620) 289-4450
12.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 138 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
St. Patrick Catholic School
(Catholic)
1831 Stevens Ave
Parsons, KS 67357
(620) 421-0710
Parsons, KS 67357
(620) 421-0710
26.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 110 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Paths To Independence
Special Education School
4620 E Frank Phillips Blvd
Bartlesville, OK 74006
(918) 337-6231
Bartlesville, OK 74006
(918) 337-6231
33.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 54 students Tuition listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 23% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 W. Locust St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1836
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1836
2.2 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 376 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
2615 W Main
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 926-0612
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 926-0612
2.5 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 24 students Minority enrollment: 29%
(Math: 36% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2101 N. 13th St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1875
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1875
2.7 miles
Gr: 3-5 | 356 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1301 N. 10th St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1815
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1815
2.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 550 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
501 Spruce St.
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1854
Independence, KS 67301
(620) 332-1854
3.3 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 323 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
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