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#55 of 202 private schools in CT
Top 27% of private schools
The Marvelwood School
High School
476 SKIFF MOUNTAIN RD, Kent, CT 06757
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
3.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
3.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#55 of 202
In Kent
#1 of 2
public schools
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The Marvelwood School
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About The Marvelwood School
The Marvelwood School is a private high school in Kent, CT. The Marvelwood School serves approximately 117 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 3.7:1 student-teacher ratio. The Marvelwood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #55 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- CT avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 117 students, The Marvelwood School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 3.7:1 students to teachers, The Marvelwood School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Marvelwood School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The Marvelwood School compares to the 1 public school in Kent, CT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Kent
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Marvelwood School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Kent Center School | 9.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CT.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CT
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
476 SKIFF MOUNTAIN RD, Kent, CT 06757
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Marvelwood School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WEBUTUCK HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Amenia), which scores notably higher. Another option is DOVER HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Dover Plains), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THE HOTCHKISS SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Lakeville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Kent, see our Kent schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Center School Kent | 4.2 mi | 9.1 |
| KENT SCHOOL Kent | 4.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Sharon Center School Sharon | 7.0 mi | 6.8 |
| SOUTH KENT SCHOOL South Kent | 7.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Warren Elementary School Warren | 6.2 mi | 8.9 |
| MAPLEBROOK SCHOOL Amenia | 7.4 mi | — |
| DOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dover Plains | 7.0 mi | 5.1 |
| WEBUTUCK HIGH SCHOOL Amenia | 8.3 mi | 8.7 |
| EUGENE BROOKS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Amenia | 8.3 mi | 4.8 |
| WEBUTUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amenia | 8.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Cornwall Consolidated School West Cornwall | 8.9 mi | 7.9 |
| DOVER HIGH SCHOOL Dover Plains | 8.9 mi | 7.8 |
| DOVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Dover Plains | 8.9 mi | 6.4 |
| INDIAN MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Lakeville | 10.7 mi | 6.6 |
| THE HOTCHKISS SCHOOL Lakeville | 11.3 mi | 7.2 |
| WINGDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wingdale | 10.6 mi | 6.9 |
| WASHINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL New Preston | 9.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Schaghticoke Middle School New Milford | 11.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Northville Elementary School New Milford | 11.7 mi | 4.1 |
| MILLBROOK SCHOOL Millbrook | 9.9 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06757 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,435
Median Home Value
$359,600
Median Rent
$680/mo
Population
1,987
College Educated
52.7%
Homeownership
70.1%
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
61.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GROVE SCHOOL Madison, CT | 6.9 |
| PUTNAM SCIENCE ACADEMY Putnam, CT | 6.8 |
| FRANKLIN ACADEMY East Haddam, CT | 7.1 |
| SOUTH KENT SCHOOL South Kent, CT | 7.1 |
| Quinebaug Middle College Danielson, CT | 7.2 |
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Oakdale, CT | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Marvelwood School
What grades does The Marvelwood School serve?
The Marvelwood School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend The Marvelwood School?
The Marvelwood School has an enrollment of approximately 117 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Marvelwood School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Marvelwood School is 3.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Marvelwood School rank in CT?
The Marvelwood School ranks #55 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is The Marvelwood School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Marvelwood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Marvelwood School a private school?
Yes, The Marvelwood School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Marvelwood School a religious school?
No, The Marvelwood School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 117
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 145 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Litchfield County
- Phone
- (860) 927-0047
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