Kenmare High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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About the School

Kenmare is located in Jersey City, New Jersey and is an alternative high school.
We offer young women, ages 17-30, who have dropped out of the school system, a second or third or fourth chance to earn a high school diploma.
We recognize the individual gifts and talents of each woman.
Our professional and dedicated faculty, in partnership with local social service, business and health institutions, is committed to each woman's academic growth and attainment of job skills.
We challenge them to develop skills that will assist them in raising their children and empowering themselves.
We strive to help them realize their own self worth and develop a genuine respect for others.
As a program of the York Street Project, Kenmare strives to give women the educational support needed to move forward with their lives by assisting them in attaining the skills they need to become independent and self-sustaining learners and earners.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked NJ School
School Type: Alternative School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 121 students
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: Aug. 20 / Dec. 1
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Kenmare High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Facts

School Type

Alternative School

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Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Kenmare High School
9	80
10	25
11	8
12	8

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Non graded/individualized program

Year Founded

1989

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

121 students

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

98%

State avg.: 40%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

11 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

90%

Average Class Size

12 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Aug. 20 / Dec. 1

School Notes

Kenmare is located in Jersey City, New Jersey and is an alternative high school for young women, ages 17-30, who have dropped out of the school system
Our professional and dedicated faculty, in partnership with local social service, business and health institutions,is committed to academic growth and attainment of job skills.
We challenge our women to develop skills that will assist them in raising their children and empowering themselves.
Kenmare strives to give women the educational support needed to move forward with their lives by assisting them in attaining the skills they need to become independent and self-sustaining learners and earners.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What is Kenmare High School's ranking?

Kenmare High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Highest percentage of students of color and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for Kenmare High School?

The application deadline for Kenmare High School is Aug. 20 / Dec. 1.

In what neighborhood is Kenmare High School located?

Kenmare High School is located in the Downtown Jersey City neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 9 other private schools located in Downtown Jersey City.

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The average private school tuition in Jersey City, NJ is $19,935 for elementary schools and $18,744 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Jersey City, NJ is 74% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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