Quick Stats (2024-25)
- 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
Top Rankings
South Kent School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 280 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
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
Student Body
Enrollment
170 students
314 students
% Students of Color
37%
27%
% International Students
43%
20%
% Students Boarding
95%
70%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
Yes
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Weekly
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
30
18
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Tuition Cost
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$72,000
$66,200
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$47,500
$35,800
% Students on Financial Aid
85%
40%
Acceptance Rate
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
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 is South Kent School's ranking?
South Kent School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percentage of students on financial aid.
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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