Kent Denver School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked CO School
Grades: 6-12
Enrollment: 784 students
Yearly Tuition: $41,190
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 31
Source: ✓Verified school update

School News

Behind senior PG playing on torn ACL, Kent Denver runs its way to Class 4A state championship - 03/15/2025
Kent Denver boys' basketball returns to the finals and walks away as state champs!

School Rankings

Kent Denver School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Association of Colorado Independent Schools (ACIS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 6-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Kent Denver School
6	80
7	82
8	82
9	142
10	129
11	142
12	127

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1922

Colors

Navy Blue, Scarlet

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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Campus Size

200 acres

Student Body

Total Students

784 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

33%

State avg.: 25%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

96 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

86%

Average Class Size

15 students

Number of AP Courses

25 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

AP 3D Studio Art: 3D DesignAP Art History

AP BiologyAP Calculus AB

AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry

AP Chinese Language & CultureAP Computer Science A

AP Computer Science PrinciplesAP Economics

AP English LiteratureAP Environmental Science

AP European HistoryAP French Language & Culture

AP Physics C: MechanicsAP Psychology

AP Spanish Language & CultureAP Spanish Literature & Culture

AP StatisticsAP U.S. History

AP US Government

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Average SAT score

1347

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 31

Yearly Tuition Cost

$41,190

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Tuition Notes

Approximately 22% of Kent Denver families receives financial aid. The average financial aid award is $29,546.

Summer Program Cost Notes

Cost varies by length and duration of camp

% on Financial Aid

22%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$29,546

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Associate

Genevieve Marcelino (9-12)

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$71 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

20 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

19 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Business of SportsEmpowHERment

GSAKDSN

Literary MagazineMock Trial

Model UNOutdoor Adventures

REEFSRobotics

Speech and DebateStudent Bank—MidFirst Branch

Students United for Diversity AwarenessSun Devils Advocate Student Newspaper

Ultimate Frisbee Club

Arts and Music Programs:

Blues BandDrama

Latin Jazz BandLiterary Magazine

School Notes

Kent Denver School transforms lives through extraordinary educational experiences for students in grades 612.
We are a vibrant, inclusive learning community with students and teachers who are curious, intelligent, creative, determined and kind.
Our academic, extracurricular and athletics programs are designed to help students discover their passions, build community and prepare for a meaningful, self-determined life.
Our 200-acre campus supports more than 200,000 square feet of modern academic and athletic facilities, and our inspiring outdoor spaces include a Tiny Farm, two reservoirs, 1,600+ trees, a thriving wetlands and easy access to the High Line Canal Trail.

School Motto: Transforming lives of students and community through extraordinary educational experiences.
School Mascot: Sun Devil

Our academic curriculum offers more than 140 exceptional courses taught by some of the best faculty in the country: 86% of our teachers have advanced degrees and several have been awarded Ph.D.s.-the highest level of academic achievement-in their chosen discipline. They are dedicated to providing an education exemplified by "excellence in scholarship and character."
Of course, much of the fun of learning is having the freedom to pursue personal interests. We`re pleased to provide a wide array of Middle and Upper School electives; signature programs such as robotics, speech and debate, Model UN, commercial music and entrepreneurship; more than 50 student-created, student-led extracurricular clubs and robust independent learning opportunities through Kent Denver Institutes and the Global Online Academy.
Additionally, we are one of the few schools in the country to host an on-campus bank operated primarily by students. We are also home to a student-managed caf, a state-of-the-art recording studio, high-tech maker spaces and the nation's first LEED Platinum-certified Dining Hall.
Over the years, our athletics teams have earned 80+ State Championships, 60+ State Runners-Up, and many State Final Fours, Regional Championships, District Championships and League Championships. Equally important, students of all levels and abilities had opportunities to challenge themselves and grow in our athletics program.
Kent Denver is also home to a vital Parents` Association. Throughout the year, parents and guardians enjoy a number of special activities, from a speakers` series to parent clubs, affinity groups, special events and more.
We award more than $5 million in financial aid to approximately 25% of our students each year. Applied directly to tuition, these awards immediately reduce the cost of attendance and help ensure Kent Denver is an affordable option for all income levels.
No matter where you look on our 200-acre campus, you will see students, faculty, staff and families living our core values of integrity, respect, community, personal growth and wisdom. Separately and together, these values allow us to celebrate our differences as we learn from each other and from our local, national and international communities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Kent Denver School cost?

Kent Denver School's tuition is approximately $41,190 for private students.

Does Kent Denver School offer a summer program?

Yes, Kent Denver School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does Kent Denver School offer?

Kent Denver School offers 20 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball and Weightlifting. Kent Denver School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for most sports offered.

What is Kent Denver School's ranking?

Kent Denver School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for: Highest average ACT score, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for Kent Denver School?

The application deadline for Kent Denver School is Jan. 31.

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