Kenston Forest School
Kenston Forest School serves 409 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, is a member of the Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS), the Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS) and the Southern Association of Independent Schools.
The student:teacher of Kenston Forest School is 10:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Christian.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Students: 409 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,750
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Rankings
Kenston Forest School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1966
Student Body
Total Students
409 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(Collared shirts, spirit wear T-shirts )
(Collared shirts, spirit wear T-shirts )
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
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
Admissions Director
Frannie Harris Schwabenton
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
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.
Profile last updated: 09/08/2021
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