South Kent School, a private all-boys boarding school in South Kent, Connecticut, United States, is located on a 650-acre campus in western Litchfield County.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $72,000
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $47,500
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School News
- Caleb Ockman ’21 Named Fulbright Finalist to Turkey - 07/02/2025From the quiet calm of the Hillside to the complexity of Central Asia, Caleb Ockman's journey is a testament to what South Kent strives to instill in every boy: resilience, ...morecuriosity, and a sense of purpose. As he steps into his Fulbright year, he carries with him the values that shaped him-and a clear vision for the difference he hopes to make. hide
Top Rankings
South Kent School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 277 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Faculty Education
Offering Breadth
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Learning Difference Programs
N/A
n/a
Secondary Immersion Language
Spanish
n/a
Year Founded
1923
1907
Campus Size
650 acres
130 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
170 students
320 students
% Students of Color
37%
27%
% International Students
35%
20%
% Students Boarding
95%
66%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academic Profile
Saturday Classes
Yes
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Weekly
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
30
18
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
90%
73%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Accreditations
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
30
18
Courses
Tuition & Financial Aid
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$72,000
$69,500
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$47,500
$38,700
% Students on Financial Aid
85%
40%
Admissions
Average Percentile SSAT
n/a%
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Director of Admissions
Jason Lefevre
Associate Director of Admissions
Kathy McCann
Application URL
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
8
17
School Mascot
Cardinals
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
11
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
School Notes
- LD types supported: N/A
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does South Kent School cost?
South Kent School's tuition is approximately $72,000 for boarding students and $47,500 for day students.
What sports does South Kent School offer?
South Kent School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking and Soccer.
What is South Kent School's ranking?
South Kent School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percentage of students on financial aid, High percent faculty with advanced degrees and High # of AP/advanced courses offered.
When is the application deadline for South Kent School?
The application deadline for South Kent School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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