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South Kent School

40 Bulls Bridge Rd
South Kent, CT 06785
Tel: (860) 927-3539 Ext. 201
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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 (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 170 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $72,000
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

South Kent School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 278 schools) for:

School Overview

Definition of Terms | 2024 School Data
South Kent School
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12, PG
9-12
School Type
Co-ed
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Supports Learning Differences (LD)
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
N/A
n/a
Dual Language Immersion Program
Yes
Secondary Immersion Language
Spanish
n/a
Religious Affiliation
Non-denominational
Year Founded
1923
1907
Campus Size
650 acres
125 acres
School Calendar

Student Body

Enrollment
170 students
315 students
% Students of Color
37%
27%
% International Students
43%
21%
% Students Boarding
95%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No

Academics and Faculty

Saturday Classes
Yes
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Monthly
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Formal and Casual
Casual
Average Class Size
12 students
12
* National Avg. »18
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
30
18
ESL Courses Offered
Yes
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes

Tuition Cost

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
$72,000
$68,353
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
n/a
$37,000
% Students on Financial Aid
85%
40%
Merit Scholarships Offered
No

Admissions

Application Deadline
None / Rolling
Jan. 15
SSAT Required
Yes
Yes
Director of Admissions
Jason Lefevre
Associate Director of Admissions
Kathy McCann

School Notes

  • LD types supported: N/A
  • South Kent School accreditations: NAIS
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Dorell Wright, NBA player -
    • Chris Ortiz, Olympic Basketball Player -
    • Jacob Fowler, Hockey East Champion -
    • Elmarko Jackson, McDonald's All-American 2023 -
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.
Who are famous alumni from South Kent School?
South Kent School famous alumni include: Dorell Wright, NBA player, Chris Ortiz, Olympic Basketball Player, Jacob Fowler, Hockey East Champion and Elmarko Jackson, McDonald's All-American 2023.
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 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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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 170 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $72,000
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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