School Overview
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Matriculation
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Academics
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Extracurriculars
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Geo & Community
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Reviews
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King Low Heywood Thomas School (King) is an independent, college preparatory school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through twelfth grade. King is a diverse, vibrant learning community dedicated to educational excellence and the fullest academic and personal achievement of our students. We champion the development of each individual's talents, character, and self-confidence by offering students challenging intellectual, creative, athletic, leadership and service opportunities. King's culture of respect for one's self and for others promotes independence and collaboration. King graduates are well prepared to pursue lives of learning and accomplishment, personal fulfillment and social responsibility.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$57,510
Enrollment
697
International Students
4%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
75%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:5
AP
26
Average SAT Score
1285
Average ACT Score
29
Class Size
12
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2025)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #2 | Columbia University | 1 |
| LAC #1 | Williams College | 2 |
| #8 | University of Pennsylvania | 2 |
| #9 | Duke University | 1 |
| #9 | Northwestern University | 2 |
| LAC #2 | Amherst College | 1 |
| #13 | Dartmouth College | 1 |
| #14 | Brown University | 1 |
| #14 | Vanderbilt University | 1 |
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Academics
AP Courses
(26)|
Chinese Language and Culture
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French Language and Culture
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Spanish Literature and Culture
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Chinese Language and Culture
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French Language and Culture
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Spanish Literature and Culture
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Physics 1
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Physics 2
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Physics C: Mechanics
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Calculus AB
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Computer Science A
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Computer Science Principles
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Statistics
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Comparative Government and Politics
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European History
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Macroeconomics
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Microeconomics
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Psychology
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United States History
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World History
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English Language and Composition
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English Literature and Composition
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Music Theory
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Studio Art: 2-D Design
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Studio Art: 3-D Design
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Studio Art: Drawing
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Sports
(15)|
Baseball
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Basketball
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Crew
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Cross Country
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Field Hockey
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Football
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Crew
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Cross Country
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Field Hockey
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Football
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Golf
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Ice Hockey
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Lacrosse
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Soccer
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Softball
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Squash
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Tennis
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Track and Field
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Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
(53)|
Ambassadors Club
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Art Club
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Baking Club
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Building One Community
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Business Club
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Captain's Council
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Ambassadors Club
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Art Club
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Baking Club
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Building One Community
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Business Club
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Captain's Council
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Chess Club
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Creative Writing Club
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Debate Club
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Fashion Club
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Film Club
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French Exchange Club
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Frog Conservation Program
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Future Medical Professionals
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Games
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Statistics
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and Probability
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Girls Advancing in STEM (GAINS)
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Girl Up King
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Global Studies Distinction Candidates
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Health and Wellness Club
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INK (Poetry)
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Inspirca Youth Center Support
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Investment Club
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Irish History Club
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Japanese Exchange Club
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Jewish Family Services Club
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King Connections
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King Rock Music Club
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KSPCA Club
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Marketing Club
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Math Team
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Mental Health and Awareness Club
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Mock Trial
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Model United Nations
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Middle School Fellowship Fridays
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One Love Club
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Orphaned Starfish/Boys and Girls Club
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Pottery for a Purpose Club
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Project Music Club
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Robotics Club
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Sports Business
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STEM Club
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Student Council
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Students Demand Action
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Sustainability Club
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Theater Club
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The King Newspaper: The Viking Voice
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The Morning Show
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Women in Business
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Yearbook Club
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Young Democrats Club
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Young Republicans Club.
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Arts
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Acting
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Band
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Choir
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Drama
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Guitar
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Music
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Acting
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Band
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Choir
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Drama
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Guitar
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Music
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Music Production
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Music Theory
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Piano
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Production
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Stagecraft
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Theater
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Clay
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Drawing
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Fashion Design
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Painting
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Portfolio
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Printmaking
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Audio Engineering
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Design
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Storytelling
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about King School
Tell me a bit about King School.
King School is Co-ed private day school located in Connecticut, US. It was founded 1865 , and currently has about 697 students, 4.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit https://www.kingschoolct.org/.
For more official information, please visit https://www.kingschoolct.org/.
Does King School have rigorous academic requirements?
King School is offering 26 AP courses.
King School also have 75% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
King School also have 75% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do King School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 20.39% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 12.62% go to top 25, and about 5.83% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for King School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, King School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for King School?
The day tuition for King School in 2024 is
$57,510 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admission@kingschoolct.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admission@kingschoolct.org .
Where is King School located?
King School is located in the State of Connecticut of USA. The closest major city is New York, which is about 34 miles away from school. Most families can choose JFK airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is King School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, King School is within top 700 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also King School has been favorited by 9 users.
Also King School has been favorited by 9 users.
How do I complete an application for King School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about King School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit King School’s official site: https://www.kingschoolct.org/ or call them at 203-322-3496.
Also it is highly recommended to visit King School’s official site: https://www.kingschoolct.org/ or call them at 203-322-3496.
Are there additional schools that are located close to King School?
Yes, here are few:
Sacred Heart Academy Of Stamford, Yeshiva Bais Binyomin and Trinity Catholic High School.
The closest major city is New York. You can find out more schools near New York here.
The closest major city is New York. You can find out more schools near New York here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for King School?
The overall rating for King School is A+.
The section ratings of King School are:
A+ for Matriculation
A for Academics
A for Extracurriculum
A for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of King School are:
A+ for Matriculation
A for Academics
A for Extracurriculum
A for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
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