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Kent School

6788 Wilkins Ln Chestertown, MD 21620

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 159 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $16,000
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
Kent School Photo #1 - Kent School is located on a beautiful, rural campus along the banks of the Chester River. Our school's nurturing environment is the perfect place to begin or continue a joyful educational journey.
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 159 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $16,000
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
School Motto
An Inspired Learning Community for your Child’s Bright Future

Student Body

Total Students
159 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
4%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Khaki pants and solid color polo
School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Lower School tuition is $16,200* Middle School tuition is $17,375* *Inclusive of most fees. Need based financial aid available
% on Financial Aid
40%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$7,000
Admissions Director
Tricia Cammerzell
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Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess ClubLego Club
Programming Club


Arts and Music Programs:
ChorusStrings


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Soccer

School Notes

  • Kent School`s mission is to guide our students in realizing their potential for academic, artistic, athletic, and moral excellence. Our school`s family-oriented, supportive, student-centered environment fosters the growth of honorable, responsible citizens for our country and our diverse world.
  • Kent School is a regional, independent day school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through Eighth Grade. We accomplish our mission by setting high academic and personal standards; by having a devoted and highly skilled faculty; and by actively living our community values of integrity, respect, responsibility and friendship. We honor the diverse backgrounds and special talents of our students and strive to maintain a strong school-home partnership and a safe, warm environment. Our students leave Kent School ready for the challenges of college-preparatory secondary schools.Central to our mission is a school philosophy built upon several principles. We understand that the child is at the center of the learning process. We encourage our students to be resourceful, independent and disciplined learners who have the confidence to take risks and who readily accept new challenges. We recognize the power of interdisciplinary teaching. We value our commitments and connections to our local and global communities.
  • Kent School admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Kent School cost?
Kent School's tuition is approximately $16,000 for private students.
What sports does Kent School offer?
Kent School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Field Hockey, Lacrosse and Soccer.
When is the application deadline for Kent School?
The application deadline for Kent School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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