Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Kennedy Institute
About the School
- Kennedy Institute serves 45 students in grades 9-12.
- The student:teacher of Kennedy Institute is 6:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Kennedy Institute ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Students By Grade
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
45 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 49%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Kennedy Institute?
The application deadline for Kennedy Institute is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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