King School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked CT School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 718 students
Yearly Tuition: $54,900
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 16 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

King School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	King School
Pre-K	28
Kind	22
1	17
2	21
3	20
4	24
5	34
6	56
7	52
8	70
9	93
10	97
11	87
12	97

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1865

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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Campus Size

34 acres

School Motto

The Power of Wonder.

Student Body

Total Students

718 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

13%

State avg.: 32%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

142 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

87%

Average Class Size

12 students

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Dress Code

Number of AP Courses

27 courses

List of Courses Offered

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Advanced Courses

2-D Art and Design3-D Art and Design

BiologyCalculus AB

Calculus BCChemistry

Chinese LanguageComparative Government and Politics

Computer Science AComputer Science Principles

DrawingEnglish Language and Composition

English Literature and CompositionEuropean History

French Language and CultureMacroeconomics

MicroeconomicsMusic Theory

Physics 1Physics 2

Physics CPsychology

Spanish Language and CultureSpanish Literature and Culture

StatisticsU.S. History

World History: Modern

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association
Other school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Dec. 16 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$54,900

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Tuition Notes

To learn more and see fees per grade, visit: www.kingschoolct.org

Summer Program Cost Notes

See website for fees per program.

% on Financial Aid

18%

Admissions Director

Lakeya Newton

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$40 million

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

19 sports

Sports

Track and FieldVolleyball

Weightlifting

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Colors

White, Navy Blue, Gold

School Mascot

Vikings

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

42 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Art ClubCanstruction

Chinese ClubCommunity Service Projects

Debate ClubEnvironmental Club

Film ClubFrench Club

HOPE (Helping Other People Excel)King Ambassadors

KSPCA (King's Prevention of Cruelty to Animals)Math Team

Milestone/SpectrumModel UN

Music ClubReselling/Resale Club

Robotics ClubRocketry Club

Socrates CafeStamford PEACE

STEM ClubStudent Activities

Student CouncilYearbook

Young Democrats ClubYoung Republicans Club

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Arts and Music Programs:

ChoirDesign Technology

Drawing and PaintingInstrumental Music

Music Appreciation ClubMusic Songwriters Club

Project MusicPublic Speaking

TheaterTheatre Club

Vocal Ensemble

Recreational Athletic Programs:

DanceFitness

Strength and ConditioningSwimming

Yoga

School Notes

King School unlocks the power of wonder.
It begins with students becoming agents in their own learning.
When students are exploring, questioning, making connections, - and teachers are creating these moments of discovery - students are truly learning.
This is what King students experience at every grade level and in every discipline. From the wide variety of active, immersive learning experiences to intentional efforts to reach each and every child, King students embrace learning in a diverse community where multiple backgrounds and perspectives are celebrated. By the time they graduate, students didn`t just learn, they learned how to learn.
King graduates leave school full of possibility ready to succeed and better prepared to better the world.

At King School, we don`t believe the smartest person in the room is the one with all the answers, it`s the one with all the questions. We welcome the curious ones - the ones who aren`t afraid to ask why, to try something new, to get it wrong before they get it right. We look for open minds and courageous thinking.
We believe in the power of wonder. This begins with students becoming agents in their own learning. When students are exploring, reflecting, questioning, evaluating, making connections - and teachers are creating and guiding these moments of discovery - students are truly learning. This is what we call inquiry-based learning, and it is what we do at King at every grade level and in every discipline.
Our students develop a research mindset and apply that approach to all subject matters. From discovering the world around them in Prekindergarten to crafting complex and multidisciplinary senior projects, King students embrace learning through discovery, exploration, and hands-on experiences.
Every aspect of the King experience prioritizes and optimizes engagement - from the wide variety of active, immersive learning experiences to intentional efforts to reach each and every student. True engagement at King is the entire community`s commitment to excellence in learning.
We believe in the power of community. A community that celebrates multiple backgrounds and perspectives. We learn from one another and become stronger together. Our students come from 40 different towns. We are a global community with more than 70 countries represented. There is no one type of student at King. Our students have multiple interests and our school offers opportunities to explore them.
We know that wondering minds go further. By the time they graduate, our students have more than learned, they learned how to learn. The world is rapidly changing; we might not know what the future will bring, but we know we`ll be ready ready to succeed and better prepared to better the world!

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Portia Cummings - Research at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. -
- Morgan Riley - Awarded Young Woman of Distinction by YWCA Darien/Norwalk. -

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does King School cost?

King School's tuition is approximately $54,900 for private students.

Who are famous alumni from King School?

King School famous alumni include: Portia Cummings - Research at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. and Morgan Riley - Awarded Young Woman of Distinction by YWCA Darien/Norwalk..

Does King School offer a summer program?

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

What sports does King School offer?

King School offers 19 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Paddle Tennis, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Weightlifting. King School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for most sports offered.

What is King School's ranking?

King School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for King School?

The application deadline for King School is Dec. 16 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 16 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is King School located?

King School is located in the Turn Of River Newfield neighborhood of Stamford, CT. There are 2 other private schools located in Turn Of River Newfield.

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