John F Kennedy Catholic Preparatory School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NY School
Grades: 6-12
Enrollment: 659 students
Yearly Tuition: $9,600
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

John F Kennedy Catholic Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 6-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	John F Kennedy Catholic Preparatory School
9	161
10	174
11	153
12	171

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Year Founded

1928

School Calendar

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Campus Size

64 acres

School Motto

'Empowered By God’s Love, We Are Called To Be The Compassionate Presence Of God In The World.'

Student Body

Total Students

659 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

27%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

38 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

17:1

National avg.: 11:1

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Number of AP Courses

12 courses

Advanced Courses

AP BiologyAP Calculus

AP Chinese Language & CultureAP English

AP English LiteratureAP Environmental Science

AP MacroeconomicsAP Physics

AP PsychologyAP Spanish

AP U.S. Government & PoliticsAP U.S. History

College AlgebraCollege Chemistry

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$9,600

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Admissions Director

Brian Bruder

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

14 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

Cross CountryField Hockey

FootballGolf

LacrosseSoccer

SoftballTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

Winter TrackWrestling

Colors

White, Blue, Red, Navy Blue

School Mascot

Gaels

School Notes

John F. Kennedy Catholic Preparatory School, located in Somers, New York, is Northern Westchester`s premier college-preparatory High School serving the young men and women of Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, and Fairfield counties and the Bronx.
Kennedy Catholic follows a rigorous Regents curriculum that prepares students for a successful college career while at the same time training young people in the sound doctrine of Catholic faith to prepare them for living out Christ`s message of service to the world.Founded in 1928 by the Sisters of Divine Compassion as St. Mary`s School in Katonah, the current school was built in 1966 on its present site in a serene 64 acre site setting which includes the natural beauty of a lake and woodlands.
Here, Kennedy Catholic students pursue a structured student life including 4 years of theology to learn about God and His church, contemplative retreat programs, a strong sacramental life and a Christian Community Service program which sets Kennedy students apart.
Students are well prepared not only for college, but for a successful life.Kennedy Catholic`s recent graduating class, the Class of 2020, has garnered over 54.7 million dollars in college scholarship money underlining the success and recognition of what it means to become a graduate of the school.
Kennedy has a strong PSAT preparation program and several recent National Merit Commendations and a Finalist in the Class of 2020.
The school`s broad offerings in academics, fine arts and athletics prepare young people for the all-round strengths which colleges look for when they select strong students to represent their schools.
Talented students in Studio Art have been recognized for their work through the Art Teachers Association members in the National Art Honor Society for NYS Art excellence.
Performing Arts students have received numerous Metropolitan High School Theatre Awards nominations.
Kennedy has more than 50 sports teams and student-athletes have led Kennedy to many league championships.
A regulation baseball field, artificial turf softball field, competition artificial turf main field, a renovated gymnasium, and a newly installed state-of-the-art track, have Kennedy poised to keep winning and succeeding.
Students are led in their studies by a teaching staff of professional educators who have demonstrated their own academic excellence. Educators at Kennedy Catholic hold Master`s degrees or higher in their field of study.
Eligible students can pursue a rigorous Honors program leading to a broad selection of Advancement Placement coursework offerings. Courses for college credit are also available through St. John`s University College Advantage Program, Iona College`s Link Program and SUNY Albany.
Many students take advantage of the opportunity to earn real college credits in a variety of subjects while still in High School saving both time and money as they advance their college careers. Kennedy Catholic is committed to providing accessible transportation to its students from several locales.
Local district busing, shuttle van services from nearby Metro North at Golden`s Bridge, and Kennedy Catholic Shuttle busing from several county-wide locations ensure that all roads lead to Kennedy. Kennedy Catholic is a private school dependent on the generosity of many to maintain its consistently high level of programming and to keep tuition affordable.
We invite, and depend on, parents, families, and alumni to generously support fundraising efforts according to their means through either donations of their time or talents as well as financial donations in order to bridge the actual cost of this college-preparatory education with affordable tuition rates offered to families.
We rely on our dedicated Kennedy community to keep Kennedy growing, remodeling, improving and maintaining a cutting edge in the field of education which benefits our students and their families for many years to come.
Schedule a visit. Come for a tour. Let us show you what Catholic education can be for your family. We are Kennedy Catholic.
Our Mission Statement - We are Kennedy Catholic.We are strong and committed Christian leaders who are determined to make a difference for Christ in our world and the lives of others.Through the development of mind, body and spirit we will strive always for excellence and the highest standards in Catholic education.We are Courageous and Compassionate We are Kennedy Catholic!

John F. Kennedy Catholic Preparatory School, located in Somers, New York, is Northern Westchester`s premier college-preparatory High School serving the young men and women of Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, and Fairfield counties and the Bronx.
Kennedy Catholic follows a rigorous Regents curriculum that prepares students for a successful college career while at the same time training young people in the sound doctrine of Catholic faith to prepare them for living out Christ`s message of service to the world.Founded in 1928 by the Sisters of Divine Compassion as St. Mary`s School in Katonah, the current school was built in 1966 on its present site in a serene 64 acre site setting which includes the natural beauty of a lake and woodlands.
Here, Kennedy Catholic students pursue a structured student life including 4 years of theology to learn about God and His church, contemplative retreat programs, a strong sacramental life and a Christian Community Service program which sets Kennedy students apart.
Students are well prepared not only for college, but for a successful life.Kennedy Catholic`s recent graduating class, the Class of 2020, has garnered over 54.7 million dollars in college scholarship money underlining the success and recognition of what it means to become a graduate of the school.
Kennedy has a strong PSAT preparation program and several recent National Merit Commendations and a Finalist in the Class of 2020.
The school`s broad offerings in academics, fine arts and athletics prepare young people for the all-round strengths which colleges look for when they select strong students to represent their schools.
Talented students in Studio Art have been recognized for their work through the Art Teachers Association members in the National Art Honor Society for NYS Art excellence.
Performing Arts students have received numerous Metropolitan High School Theatre Awards nominations.
Kennedy has more than 50 sports teams and student-athletes have led Kennedy to many league championships.
A regulation baseball field, artificial turf softball field, competition artificial turf main field, a renovated gymnasium, and a newly installed state-of-the-art track, have Kennedy poised to keep winning and succeeding.
Students are led in their studies by a teaching staff of professional educators who have demonstrated their own academic excellence. Educators at Kennedy Catholic hold Master`s degrees or higher in their field of study.
Eligible students can pursue a rigorous Honors program leading to a broad selection of Advancement Placement coursework offerings. Courses for college credit are also available through St. John`s University College Advantage Program, Iona College`s Link Program and SUNY Albany.
Many students take advantage of the opportunity to earn real college credits in a variety of subjects while still in High School saving both time and money as they advance their college careers. Kennedy Catholic is committed to providing accessible transportation to its students from several locales.
Local district busing, shuttle van services from nearby Metro North at Golden`s Bridge, and Kennedy Catholic Shuttle busing from several county-wide locations ensure that all roads lead to Kennedy. Kennedy Catholic is a private school dependent on the generosity of many to maintain its consistently high level of programming and to keep tuition affordable.
We invite, and depend on, parents, families, and alumni to generously support fundraising efforts according to their means through either donations of their time or talents as well as financial donations in order to bridge the actual cost of this college-preparatory education with affordable tuition rates offered to families.
We rely on our dedicated Kennedy community to keep Kennedy growing, remodeling, improving and maintaining a cutting edge in the field of education which benefits our students and their families for many years to come.
Schedule a visit. Come for a tour. Let us show you what Catholic education can be for your family. We are Kennedy Catholic.
Our Mission Statement - We are Kennedy Catholic.We are strong and committed Christian leaders who are determined to make a difference for Christ in our world and the lives of others.Through the development of mind, body and spirit we will strive always for excellence and the highest standards in Catholic education.We are Courageous and Compassionate We are Kennedy Catholic!

Source: Verified school update

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How much does John F Kennedy Catholic Preparatory School cost?

John F Kennedy Catholic Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $9,600 for private students.

What sports does John F Kennedy Catholic Preparatory School offer?

John F Kennedy Catholic Preparatory School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling. John F Kennedy Catholic Preparatory School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New York for most sports offered.

What is John F Kennedy Catholic Preparatory School's ranking?

John F Kennedy Catholic Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for John F Kennedy Catholic Preparatory School?

The application deadline for John F Kennedy Catholic Preparatory School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 4/11/2025

I have been a student at Kennedy since my freshman year; I am currently in my senior year, and I cannot put into words how helpful and supportive Kennedy has been in my growth not only as a student but as a person. Kennedy has allowed me to become the best student I can be through supportive faculty, extensive extracurriculars, and rigorous yet rewarding coursework. I am so happy I made the choice to attend Kennedy, as I feel it has given me the full high school experience while also preparing me for the next four years in college.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - John

5 6/3/2016

John F. Kennedy Catholic High School is a Catholic, co-educational school located in Somers, NY. It has a beautiful and welcoming campus overlooking water and a beautiful grotto. The student body are respectful each other and wear uniforms, say morning prayers and attend Mass every month and for Holy Days. The students are expected to do 150 hours of community service. Kennedy Catholic students score significantly higher on the SATS than the national average. Students can take college credits while attending Kennedy Catholic through their affiliations with Iona College, St. John's University, and SUNY Albany. Kennedy Catholic is one of the best academic learning institutions in Westchester County.

- Posted by Parent - celti

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