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#162 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 30% of private schools
Kent Place School
School
42 NORWOOD AVE, Summit, NJ 07901
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#162 of 534
In Summit
#2 of 4
public schools
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Kent Place School
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About Kent Place School
Kent Place School is a private school in Summit, NJ. Kent Place School serves approximately 636 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Kent Place School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #162 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 7:1 students to teachers, Kent Place School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Kent Place 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 Kent Place School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Summit, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Kent Place School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Lincoln-Hubbard Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Summit High School | 8.6 |
| Washington Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Lawton C. Johnson Summit Middle School | 7.6 |
| Primary Center at Wilson | 4.7 |
| Brayton Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Franklin Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Jefferson Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Primary Center at Jefferson | 4.9 |
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 NJ.
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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 NJ
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
42 NORWOOD AVE, Summit, NJ 07901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kent Place School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Washington Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln-Hubbard Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hartshorn School (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Short Hills), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Summit, see our Summit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln-Hubbard Elementary School Summit | 0.2 mi | 8.7 |
| CORNERSTONE SCHOOL OF SUMMIT Summit | 0.3 mi | — |
| ST TERESA EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Summit | 0.4 mi | — |
| ORATORY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Summit | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Summit High School Summit | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| CPC WEEKDAY NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Summit | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Lawton C. Johnson Summit Middle School Summit | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Washington Elementary School Summit | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| OAK KNOLL SCHOOL OF THE HOLY CHILD Summit | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Brayton Elementary School Summit | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Primary Center at Wilson Summit | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Franklin Elementary School Summit | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Jefferson Elementary School Summit | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Primary Center at Jefferson Summit | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| SPROUT HOUSE Chatham | 1.6 mi | — |
| Hartshorn School Short Hills | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Salt Brook School New Providence | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| ECLC OF NEW JERSEY Chatham | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| THE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S ACADEMY OF CHATHAM Chatham | 1.8 mi | — |
| Washington Avenue School Chatham | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$177,986
Median Home Value
$958,700
Median Rent
$2,209/mo
Population
24,502
College Educated
71.9%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
40.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kent Place School
What grades does Kent Place School serve?
Kent Place School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Kent Place School?
Kent Place School has an enrollment of approximately 636 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kent Place School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kent Place School is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Kent Place School rank in NJ?
Kent Place School ranks #162 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Kent Place School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kent Place 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 Kent Place School a private school?
Yes, Kent Place School is a private all-girls 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 Kent Place School a religious school?
No, Kent Place School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 636
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 91
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Phone
- (908) 273-0900
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