Upper School At a Glance

Academic Highlights

One hundred percent of the Class of 2017 matriculated at schools on Forbes magazine’s “America’s Best Colleges” list — and that didn’t happen by accident. Twenty-three Advanced Placement courses, independent study opportunities, top-flight arts electives, expectations-busting seminars, global service projects, one-on-one mentoring — that’s how it happened.

Spaces

University-level science labs, a state-of-the-art music wing equipped with instructional orchestra seating, a sound studio and practice rooms, a theater, dance studio and art gallery. Center for Innovation, featuring STEAM and robotics labs, an innovation lab, collaborative work/study spaces, a media and production studio, two art studios, art gallery and library and information center. 

Technology

Our 1:1 Laptop Program allows every Upper School student to take notes from every classroom’s interactive whiteboard, log on to the campus-wide wireless network, create, communicate and collaborate in a supremely global, dynamic, interconnected environment.

Athletics

Sixteen varsity sports and a 78 percent participation rate. Beautiful multipurpose turf fields, five tennis courts, a field house, weight room and on-site trainer.

Clubs, Activities & Community Service

Our students lead and participate in 30 distinct governing bodies, clubs, affinity groups, societies, forums, publications, global and ethical initiatives. Busy committees plan open mic nights, Spirit Week and dances. And more than 90 percent of our students voluntarily participate in community service.

Enrollment & Ratio

9-12 Enrollment
Approximately 290 young leaders and scholars from 58 communities.

Student-to-Faculty Ratio
7:1

Dress Code

Our Upper School students are not required to wear a uniform; they are instead encouraged to make clothing choices that allow for comfort and individuality while representing Kent Place and its mission at all times.

Dining Hall

Healthy living starts with healthy choices. Our bright, lively McDermott-Wight Dining Hall serves hot entrees, soothing soups, salad and sandwich bars, vegetarian, gluten-free and nut-free options, and nutritious snacks.
Kent Place School is an all-girls K through 12 independent college preparatory day school with a coeducational Preschool, located in Summit, NJ.

  • TEST WHAT'S "EXPECTED."

    That's our mantra in robotics. Try crazy things, be free with your ideas, and see what happens. If you're going to build the future, you'll need to be a pioneer. –Emma, seventh grade

  • LEAN INTO DIFFICULTY.

    When it comes to academics, it pays to challenge yourself. I'm in the Bioethics Symposium, presenting research on the ethics of genetically-enhanced intelligence. At times it's daunting—research, deadlines, time management—but it's also a whole new way of thinking. Very independent and "you-driven." –Isabella, sophomore

  • OWN YOUR OWN EXPERIENCE

    It's one of the "conversation norms" we have at Kent Place, and it's always resonated with me. Everyone has a different and equally valid perspective to bring to the table—so put yourself out there. –Mary, senior

  • DON’T THINK YOU’RE GOING TO GET A LABEL.

    There are no jocks here at Kent Place, no science geeks, no theater nerds. Last month a varsity athlete went to sing at the Vatican. Everyone here has some unique quality — and they’re amazing at what they do. –Claire, senior

  • REACH BEYOND WHAT YOU THINK YOU CAN ACCOMPLISH.

    You'll face plenty of challenges, but push through them. Brilliant women use their resources: their teachers, our studios and library and, of course, each other. If you're stuck, collaboration can almost always get you across the finish line. –Suzanne Carreno-Powers, Math Teacher and STEM Coordinator

  • GET READY FOR RIGOROUS WORK.

    And multiple extracurricular activities. Busy days, and a few late nights. But through it all, don’t lose your sense of fun. –Alessandra, junior

  • MAKE CONNECTIONS.

    KPS alumnae are amazing. I met one alumna after a math and science panel who works in retail architecture. That made me think about a cool way to combine two of my interests — math and fashion. –Amber, junior

  • YOUR TIME AT KPS IS GOING TO OPEN UP OPTIONS YOU HADN'T EVEN THOUGHT ABOUT.

    And when it's time to choose, you're going to know yourself so well, you'll pick the college that's the best fit for you—academically, socially, personally. So don't get tunnel vision. This is your process. Just know that you'll be ready! –Jennifer Simpson, Director of College Advising

  • SOLVING PROBLEMS IS A JOURNEY, ENJOY THE RIDE!

    In the Middle School we do a Science Expo—either two or four people work on a science project for a couple of months and then present it to the entire class. We go into some in-depth projects and it’s incredible what we learn along the way, and how willing our teachers are to help us through the tough parts. –Toni Ann, eighth grade

  • SPEAK YOUR MIND.

    Every girl here learns from an early age how to speak up and speak to adults. You never feel silly raising your hand, and you’re given lots of opportunities to speak publicly. I’m never shy about saying what’s on my mind. –Vittoria, fourth grade

  • ETHICS WILL CHANGE YOUR ENTIRE OUTLOOK.

    Right away, we tackled questions of "right versus right." We're learning to look at every issue from both sides, which helps with everything from homework to friendships. –Elizabeth, eighth grade