Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,750
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Kenston Forest School
About the School
- Kenston Forest School in Blackstone, VA, serves 409 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a rural community setting.
- Founded in 1966, the school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 with an average class size of 16 and a total of 39 teachers.
- The school offers 15 Advanced Placement (AP) courses and enrolls a low percentage of students of color at 0.7%.
- Annual tuition is $8,750 with a 95% acceptance rate.
- Kenston Forest School holds membership in the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, the Southern Association of Independent Schools, and the Virginia Association of Independent Schools, and it has a Christian religious affiliation.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,750
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Kenston Forest School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Pre-K has 45 students the largest grade enrollment at Kenston Forest School, ahead of Grade 11 with 34 and Grade 9 with 32.
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
409 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 31%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Collared shirts, spirit wear T-shirts
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$8750 for our 8th through 12th graders
$8450 for our 1st through 7th graders
$6800 for our Kindergarteners
College Acceptance Rate
95%
Admissions Director
Frannie Harris Schwabenton
Application URL
Request Information
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Colors
Green, Gold
School Mascot
Kavaliers
School Notes
- The mission of Kenston Forest School is to develop in each student the qualities of leadership, scholarship, service, and good character in an atmosphere that stresses family values and Judeo-Christian ideals. Our mission promise: Every Child Known & Valued.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Kenston Forest School cost?
Kenston Forest School's tuition is approximately $8,750 for private students.
What schools are Kenston Forest School often compared to?
Kenston Forest School is often viewed alongside schools like Brunswick Academy by visitors of our site.
What sports does Kenston Forest School offer?
Kenston Forest School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer and Softball.
What is Kenston Forest School's ranking?
Kenston Forest School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Kenston Forest School?
The application deadline for Kenston Forest School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Kenston Forest School vs. Brunswick Academy
The nearest high school and elementary school to Kenston Forest School is Lion Of Judah Academy (1.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Amelia Academy (13.0 miles away)
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Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 28 students
Pentecostal
612 N Main St
Blackstone, VA 23824
(434) 292-1213
Distance: 9.9 mi
Gr: 7-12 | 20 students
231 Hickory Rd
Kenbridge, VA 23944
(434) 676-1378
Distance: 13.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 142 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
8741 N. Five Forks Road
Amelia Court House, VA 23002
(180) 456-1227
Distance: 21.5 mi
Gr: K-12 | 33 students
Christian
17897 W Pridesville Rd
Amelia Court House, VA 23002
(804) 561-3750
Distance: 21.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 322 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 9
2100 Planters Road
Lawrenceville, VA 23868
(434) 848-2220
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 28 students
Pentecostal
612 N Main St
Blackstone, VA 23824
(434) 292-1213
Distance: 9.9 mi
Gr: 7-12 | 20 students
231 Hickory Rd
Kenbridge, VA 23944
(434) 676-1378
Distance: 13.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 142 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
8741 N. Five Forks Road
Amelia Court House, VA 23002
(180) 456-1227
Distance: 21.5 mi
Gr: K-12 | 33 students
Christian
17897 W Pridesville Rd
Amelia Court House, VA 23002
(804) 561-3750
Distance: 21.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 322 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 9
2100 Planters Road
Lawrenceville, VA 23868
(434) 848-2220
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 28 students
Pentecostal
612 N Main St
Blackstone, VA 23824
(434) 292-1213
Distance: 9.9 mi
Gr: 7-12 | 20 students
231 Hickory Rd
Kenbridge, VA 23944
(434) 676-1378
Distance: 13.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 142 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
8741 N. Five Forks Road
Amelia Court House, VA 23002
(180) 456-1227
Distance: 21.5 mi
Gr: K-12 | 33 students
Christian
17897 W Pridesville Rd
Amelia Court House, VA 23002
(804) 561-3750
Distance: 21.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 322 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 9
2100 Planters Road
Lawrenceville, VA 23868
(434) 848-2220
Distance: 13.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 142 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
8741 N. Five Forks Road
Amelia Court House, VA 23002
(180) 456-1227
Distance: 21.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 322 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 9
2100 Planters Road
Lawrenceville, VA 23868
(434) 848-2220
Distance: 24.3 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 102 students
Christian
414 N Mecklenburg Ave
South Hill, VA 23970
(434) 447-2634
Distance: 27.1 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 235 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 10
605 Fuqua Dr
Farmville, VA 23901
(434) 392-4131
Distance: 28.8 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
15101 Dogwood Villas Dr.
Chesterfield, VA 23832
(804) 739-8673
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Quick Facts
Blackstone Primary
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
615 East Street
Blackstone, VA 23824
(434) 292-5300
Blackstone, VA 23824
(434) 292-5300
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 371 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Nottoway High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5267 Old Nottoway Rd
Crewe, VA 23930
(434) 292-5373
Crewe, VA 23930
(434) 292-5373
5.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 510 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Nottoway Intermediate
(Math: 52% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5285 Old Nottoway Road
Crewe, VA 23930
(434) 292-5353
Crewe, VA 23930
(434) 292-5353
5.7 miles
Gr: 5-6 | 272 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Nottoway Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5279 Old Nottoway Rd
Crewe, VA 23930
(434) 292-5375
Crewe, VA 23930
(434) 292-5375
5.7 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 269 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Crewe Primary
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1953 Sunnyside Rd
Crewe, VA 23930
(434) 645-8149
Crewe, VA 23930
(434) 645-8149
8.2 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 370 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
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