Kennedy Catholic High School's mission is to provide our young adults with a world class student life experience in academic excellence, extracurricular activities and continual spiritual growth.
Kennedy Catholic offers students exceptional academic programs that prepare them to achieve and succeed in college and in life, spiritual guidance and religious instruction that prepares young people to cope with the secular world, a vast array of extracurricular activities and athletic programs that enable them to fully explore their interests and develop their talents, and the opportunity to enrich and enhance their community by serving their fellow man.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Kennedy Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1964
Colors
Gold, Maroon
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
244 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: to serve Christ (Christo Servire)
- Kennedy Catholic High School's mission is to provide our young adults with a world class student life experience in academic excellence, extracurricular activities and continual spiritual growth.
- Kennedy Catholic offers students exceptional academic programs that prepare them to achieve and succeed in college and in life, spiritual guidance and religious instruction that prepares young people to cope with the secular world, a vast array of extracurricular activities and athletic programs that enable them to fully explore their interests and develop their talents, and the opportunity to enrich and enhance their community by serving their fellow man.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Kennedy Catholic High School often compared to?
Kennedy Catholic High School is often viewed alongside schools like Living Word Christian School and Performing Arts Academy by visitors of our site.
What is Kennedy Catholic High School's ranking?
Kennedy Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Kennedy Catholic High School?
The application deadline for Kennedy Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Kennedy Catholic High School is Crossroads Private Academic Boys School (1.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. John Paul Ii Elementary School (0.9 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
St. John Paul Ii Elementary School
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-6 | 211 students 0.9 miles 2335 Highland Rd
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 392-2205
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 392-2205
0.9
PK-6
211
Crossroads Private Academic Boys School
Special Program Emphasis
Grades: 6-12 | 31 students 1.5 miles 1243 Roemer Blvd
Farrell, PA 16121
(724) 931-1362
Farrell, PA 16121
(724) 931-1362
1.5
6-12
31
Shenango Valley Faith Academy
(Christian)
Grades: K-12 | 9 students 1.6 miles 192 N Oakland Ave
Sharon, PA 16146
(724) 383-3043
Sharon, PA 16146
(724) 383-3043
1.6
K-12
9
Grades: K-12 | 13 students 2.5 miles 100 W. Ridge Ave, Suite C
Sharpsville, PA 16150
(724) 815-4115
Sharpsville, PA 16150
(724) 815-4115
2.5
K-12
13
Orchard Hill School
(Amish)
Grades: 1-8 | 29 students 7.4 miles 450 Orchard Rd
Mercer, PA 16137
(724) 992-8864
Mercer, PA 16137
(724) 992-8864
7.4
1-8
29
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