Kent School is an independent college preparatory boarding school serving grades 9-12 located in Kent, CT. We are guided by our motto - Simplicity of Life, Directness of Purpose, Self-Reliance - to educate our students intellectually, socially, ethically, and spiritually so that they will be prepared to contribute to the common good in the world beyond Kent School.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $73,450
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $58,650
- Average class size: 11 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Kent School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 273 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Offering Breadth
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1906
1907
School Calendar
School Motto
Simplicity of Life, Directness of Purpose, Self-Reliance
Student Body
Enrollment
520 students
320 students
% Students of Color
35%
27%
% Students Boarding
90%
66%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academic Profile
Saturday Classes
Yes
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Weekly
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
26
18
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
73%
73%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Accreditations
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS)
California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS)
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
26
18
Tuition & Financial Aid
Endowment Size
$125 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$73,450
$69,500
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$58,650
$38,700
% Students on Financial Aid
35%
40%
Admissions
Application Deadline
Jan. 15
Jan. 15
Director of Admissions
Amy Ober
Application URL
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
21
17
Colors
Unspecified
School Mascot
Equine athletes
College Matriculation
School Notes
- Kent School is an intentional community. Echoing the Episcopal Church's ethos of radical welcome, Kent values and celebrates the dignity of every human being and the generous array of backgrounds, beliefs, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community. Kent School purposefully embraces equity, inclusion, and diversity in all realms of our shared life. We identify injustice in order to make our community more just and loving so that students will do the same in the world beyond Kent School.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Alumni are nationally recognized equestrian professionals -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Kent School cost?
Kent School's tuition is approximately $73,450 for boarding students and $58,650 for day students.
Who are famous alumni from Kent School?
Kent School famous alumni include: Alumni are nationally recognized equestrian professionals.
What sports does Kent School offer?
Kent School offers 21 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Diving, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is Kent School's ranking?
Kent School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High # of AP/advanced courses offered.
When is the application deadline for Kent School?
The application deadline for Kent School is Jan. 15.
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
333 Christian Street
Wallingford, CT 06492
(203) 697-2239
Wallingford, CT 06492
(203) 697-2239
39.5 miles
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7 Boyden Lane
Deerfield, MA 01342
(413) 774-1400
Deerfield, MA 01342
(413) 774-1400
71.7 miles
Gr: 9-12, PG | 653 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 13% Tuition listed
99 Green Hill Road
Washington, CT 06793
(860) 868-7334
Washington, CT 06793
(860) 868-7334
11.1 miles
Gr: 9-12, PG | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
500 Old Farms Road
Avon, CT 06001
(800) 464-2866
Avon, CT 06001
(800) 464-2866
33.4 miles
Gr: 9-12, PG | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 45% Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
South Kent School ![South Kent School Photo]( "South Kent School Photo")
(Episcopal)
40 Bulls Bridge Rd
South Kent, CT 06785
(860) 927-3539
South Kent, CT 06785
(860) 927-3539
3.6 miles
Gr: 9-12, PG | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
476 Skiff Mountain Road
Kent, CT 06757
(860) 927-0047
Kent, CT 06757
(860) 927-0047
3.8 miles
Gr: 9-12, PG | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Avg. class size: 7 students Tuition listed
201 Romford Rd.
Washington, CT 06794
(860) 868-0535
Washington, CT 06794
(860) 868-0535
10.1 miles
Gr: 6-9 | PK-9 (day) | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
101 Aspetuck Avenue
New Milford, CT 06776
(860) 210-3832
New Milford, CT 06776
(860) 210-3832
10.5 miles
Gr: 9-12, PG | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
99 Green Hill Road
Washington, CT 06793
((86) 0) -868-7334
Washington, CT 06793
((86) 0) -868-7334
11.1 miles
Gr: 9-12, PG | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
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