Kent Place is an independent, nonsectarian, college-preparatory day school which, for over 100 years, has provided a superior education for young women who demonstrate strong scholastic and creative ability.
Our mission is to offer students of diverse backgrounds, in nursery school through grade twelve, an academically rigorous curriculum in a caring atmosphere; to encourage them to contribute to and find success in this challenging program; to inspire young women to leadership; and to strengthen moral awareness.
Committed to a liberal arts education that combines tradition and innovation, Kent Place provides the stimulus for each student to achieve her full academic, physical, and creative potential; to love learning; to gain confidence; to live responsibly; to develop respect for herself and others in the global community.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Kent Place School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
618 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kent Place School's ranking?
Kent Place School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Kent Place School?
The application deadline for Kent Place School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 5/5/2023
My daughter attended Kent Place from Kindergarten to 12th grade. The school supported her very well and challenged her in various ways. We all loved the school and are very proud of our daughter. I recommend Kent Place without any reservation!
5 6/1/2012
i attend kent place and just to say youll have the time of you life there is a dress code but it has choices of colored shirts and skirts as for high school there are no dress uniforms. Kent Place is a very fun yet educational. I highly reccomend it.
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