Kingswood Oxford School

170 Kingswood Road, West Hartford, CT, 06119-0611
Tel: (860)727-5000
Grades: 6 - 12 | 500 students
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At Kingswood Oxford School (KO), high-achieving and motivated children develop essential 21st century skills, heighten their sense of self and strive for deeper meaning. They are able to do so within a safe and playful environment and rich culture of opportunity and excellence where they feel known and supported by their peers and teachers.

KO, a coeducational, independent day school located in West Hartford, Conn., provides a rigorous and engaging learning experience for strong and motivated students in grades 6-12. Our community values academic and co-curricular excellence, ethical citizenry, and meaningful relationships with our students and their families. Small classes are taught by exceptional teachers who encourage students to engage both widely and deeply in the liberal arts and sciences experience. Our graduates are well rounded and prepared remarkably well for the challenges of highly selective colleges and equipped for success in an increasingly complex and interconnected world.

School Overview:
Kingswood Oxford School
School Membership(s) New England Association of Schools and Colleges
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 6 - 12
Year Founded 1909
Student Body
Total Students 500 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 22% (CT School Avg.: 28%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 75 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 7:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 46%
Average Class Size 14 students
Number of AP Courses 17 courses
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Advanced Courses
AP Art History AP Biology
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC
AP Chemistry AP Computer Science
AP Economics AP English Language - Voice and Vision
AP English Literature - Classics of Social Criticism AP English Literature - Masterpieces
AP English Literature - Senior Seminar AP French Language
AP Latin Vergil AP Physics
AP Political Science AP Spanish Language
AP Statistics AP United States History
Average SAT score 1840
Matriculation Data Link to Matriculation Data
Classroom dress code Formal
(Tie & Khakis (boys), Varied (girls))
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Feb. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $33,675
Tuition Notes Need-based financial aid and merit scholarships available.
% on Financial Aid 35%
Average Financial Aid Grant $17,000
Acceptance Rate 60%
Admissions Director Jim ODonnell
Admissions Associate Rebecca Benavides
Sports
Total Sports Offered 18 sports
Sports
Alpine Skiing Baseball
Basketball Cross Country
Dance Diving
Field Hockey Football
Golf Ice Hockey
Lacrosse Soccer
Softball Squash
Swimming Tennis
Track and Field Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 32 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
Book Club Entrepreneur's Club
Epic Literary Magazine (Upper School) Fashion Club
Female Empowerment Club Forensic Union (Debate)
Gay Straight Alliance Global Awareness Organization
Green Team (environmental awareness) High Voltage (Science Club)
Investment Club KO Cares
KO News Math Club
Mock Trial (Middle School) Model United Nations
Music Publications Peer Mentors
Prefects (Seniors who Mentor Freshman) Real Time Strategies Club
Retrospect Yearbook Robotics
Senior Advisors (Mentors to 6th Graders) Shield & Dragon (student hosts)
Student Government Student Tutors
Team Tobati The Voice Literary Magazine (Middle School)
United Students Vegetarian Club
Video Club Wyvern Nation Spirit Association

School Notes:

  • Students are taught to analyze, collaborate and communicate effectively so they can navigate their academic journeys with increasing independence. The junior and senior year Capstone Experience includes college-level course offerings, leadership opportunities, professional college advising and collegiate athletic advising, a thesis and international travel programs. Our curriculum and a rich array of artistic, athletic and extracurricular opportunities allow students to explore interests, sharpen fundamental skills and contribute to the greater community.

    • Profile last updated: 07/03/2012

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