Since our founding in 1922, Kent Denver School (a secular day-school with about 750 6-12 students, 26% of which are self-identified students of color) has delivered the highest quality college preparatory experience in the Mountain West. Over the past 96 years, nearly 7,000 students have earned a Kent Denver diploma, thrived at top colleges and universities and gone on to lead full, meaningful, self-determined lives.
Today, our curriculum offers more than 80 yearlong classes taught by some of the best faculty in the country: 69% of our teachers have advanced degrees and several have been awarded Ph.D.s.—the highest level of academic achievement—in their chosen discipline. They are dedicated to providing an education exemplified by “excellence in scholarship and character.”
Of course, much of the fun of learning is having the freedom to pursue personal interests. We’re pleased to provide almost 120 electives; signature programs such as robotics, speech and debate, Model UN and entrepreneurship; more than 50 student-created, student-led extracurricular clubs and a robust independent study option for Upper School students.
Additionally, we are one of the few schools in the country hosting an on-campus bank operated primarily by students, a student-managed cafe, a recording studio and a LEED Platinum-certified Dining Hall.
Over the years, our athletics teams have earned 72 State Championships, 51 State Runner-Ups, 19 State Final Fours, 86 Regional Championships, 13 District Championships and 126 League Championships. Equally important, students of all levels and abilities had opportunities to challenge themselves and grow in our athletics program.
Kent Denver is also home to a vital Parents’ Association, the KDPA. Throughout the year, parents and guardians enjoy a number of special activities, from a speakers’ series to parent clubs, affinity groups, special events and more.
We award approximately $3.1 million in financial aid to 22% of our students each year. Applied directly to tuition, these awards immediately reduce the cost of attendance and help ensure Kent Denver is an affordable option for all income levels.
No matter where you look on our 200-acre campus, you will see students, faculty, staff and families living our core values of integrity, respect, community, personal growth and wisdom. Separately and together, these values allow us to celebrate our differences as we learn from each other and from our local, national and international communities.