John F. Kennedy High School is a Catholic Diocesan high school owned and operated by the Diocese of Youngstown.
To be a part of John F. Kennedy High School is to be a part of a faith community that approaches each day with shared vision of what life can and should be.
The personnel of John F. Kennedy Catholic High School are individuals who are concerned with making personal and professional contributions to young people in order to broaden their horizons as whole people for their benefit and that of others, with a goal of forming Christian young men and women.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked OH School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,800
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
John F Kennedy Catholic School Upper Campus ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
Sports offered
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Year Founded
1964
Colors
White, Blue, Red, Navy Blue
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
321 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
95%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
4 courses
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1022
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
22
(Out of 36)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
John F. Kennedy offers a tuition discount to those families who are affiliated with a Catholic parish. Families who are not Catholic pay a higher tuition rate.
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,500
Admissions Director
Leslie Rossi
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
14 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
12 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
ChoirDrama
Eucharistic MinisterKey Club
Mu Alpha ThetaNewspaper
Political History ClubSADD
Science ClubSki Club
Student CouncilYearbook
School Notes
- School Motto: Educating Leaders of Courage, Integrity, and Dedication
- John F. Kennedy High School is a Catholic Diocesan high school owned and operated by the Diocese of Youngstown. To be a part of John F. Kennedy High School is to be a part of a faith community that approaches each day with shared vision of what life can and should be. The personnel of John F. Kennedy Catholic High School are individuals who are concerned with making personal and professional contributions to young people in order to broaden their horizons as whole people for their benefit and that of others, with a goal of forming Christian young men and women.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does John F Kennedy Catholic School Upper Campus cost?
John F Kennedy Catholic School Upper Campus's tuition is approximately $6,800 for private students.
What schools are John F Kennedy Catholic School Upper Campus often compared to?
John F Kennedy Catholic School Upper Campus is often viewed alongside schools like Victory Christian School by visitors of our site.
What sports does John F Kennedy Catholic School Upper Campus offer?
John F Kennedy Catholic School Upper Campus offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. John F Kennedy Catholic School Upper Campus is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for most sports offered.
What is John F Kennedy Catholic School Upper Campus's ranking?
John F Kennedy Catholic School Upper Campus ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for John F Kennedy Catholic School Upper Campus?
The application deadline for John F Kennedy Catholic School Upper Campus is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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