Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Yearly Tuition (ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø 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 277 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
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
125 acres
School Calendar
Student Body
Enrollment
170 students
319 students
% Students of Color
37%
27%
% International Students
43%
20%
% Students ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø
95%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
Yes
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Weekly
Average Class Size
12 students
12
* National Avg. »
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
30
18
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Tuition Cost
Yearly Tuition
(ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Students)
(ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Students)
$72,000
$66,900
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
n/a
$36,000
% Students on Financial Aid
85%
40%
Admissions
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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