The Kennedy Institute provide a special education to school aged children with developmental and other disabilities.
We serve students diagnosed with intellectual disabilities, significant learning disabilities, emotional disorders, autism and other related disabilities using the Success for All reading program to help students develop strong literacy skills, Key Math to enhance math skills, and the Phillip Roy program to enhance students' independent living skills.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Lt Joseph P Kennedy Junior Inst ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
150 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 46%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- The Kennedy Institute provide a special education to school aged children with developmental and other disabilities. We serve students diagnosed with intellectual disabilities, significant learning disabilities, emotional disorders, autism and other related disabilities using the Success for All reading program to help students develop strong literacy skills, Key Math to enhance math skills, and the Phillip Roy program to enhance students' independent living skills.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Lt Joseph P Kennedy Junior Inst?
The application deadline for Lt Joseph P Kennedy Junior Inst is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Lt Joseph P Kennedy Junior Inst located?
Lt Joseph P Kennedy Junior Inst is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 11 other private schools located in Northeast Washington.
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