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School Overview

Data & methodology
Overall
C
Matriculation C
Academics B
Extracurriculars A-
Community B+
Reviews N/A
Bishop Kenny High School has served the young people of northeast Florida for more than fifty years. Since its founding in 1952, BK has earned a proud reputation not only for academic excellence and a winning athletic program, but also for the many ways that our students reach out in service to the community. Our mission is to assist parents in the education of their children by providing a culture of faith, personal enrichment and high academic standards in which all students can achieve and excel as they prepare for college and life. Bishop Kenny graduates will be persons of integrity and responsible decision-makers, able to face the challenges of life by engaging the lessons learned in our faith-guided environment.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$13,720
Enrollment
1385
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
51%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:17
AP
24
Average SAT Score
1133
Average ACT Score
23.5

Matriculation

(2021-2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#10 Northwestern University 1 +
#13 Vanderbilt University 1 +
#18 Columbia University 1 +
#18 University of Notre Dame 1 +
#22 Emory University 1 +
#25 New York University 1 +
#29 University of Florida 1 +
#29 University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1 +
#29 Wake Forest University 1 +

AP Scores

(2022-2023)
Number of students who took AP tests
413
77%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

Academics

AP Courses

(24)
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Macroeconomics
Psychology
Spanish Language and Culture
Statistics
Studio Art: 2-D Design
Studio Art: 3-D Design
Studio Art: Drawing
United States Government and Politics
Computer Science A
Computer Science Principles
Human Geography
Latin
Research
Seminar
Environmental Science
United States History
Physics C: Mechanics
World History
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Sports

(17)
Basketball
Fitness
Tennis
Volleyball
Weightlifting
Baseball
Basketball
Fitness
Tennis
Volleyball
Weightlifting
Baseball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Diving
American Football
Golf
Sailing
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Track and Field
Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(46)
Brain Brawl Teams (JV and Varsity)
German Club
History Club
Latin Club
Science Club
Spanish Club
Brain Brawl Teams (JV and Varsity)
German Club
History Club
Latin Club
Science Club
Spanish Club
Catholic Athletes for Christ
Cheerleaders
Kenny Angels
Red and White Girls
Art Club
Chorus
Theatre
Forensics Team
Drumline
Step Team
Elite Dance Team
International Thespian Society
Mu Alpha Theta
National Art Honors Society
National English Honors Society
National German Society
National Honor Society (NHS)
National Latin Honor Society
National Spanish Honor Society
Quill and Scroll
RHO KAPPA
Science National Honor Society
TRI-M Music Honor Society
NJROTC
Student Government Association / Student Council
Anchor
Diversity Student Union
Interact
St. Vincent de Paul Society Chapter
Family
Career and Community Leaders
Newspaper: The Shield
Multimedia Arts
Yearbook: Crusader
Architecture
Construction
and Engineering Club
E-Sports
Medical Career Club
Robotics Team
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Arts

(11)
Band
Chorus
Guitar
Piano
Speech
Theater
Band
Chorus
Guitar
Piano
Speech
Theater
2D Design
3D Design
Journal
Photography
Multimedia
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Contact Info

http://www.bishopkenny.org
1055 Kingman Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32207-0322
904-398-7545
Florida

Basic Info

Co-ed
Day School Grades: 9-12
Urban
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1952
Religious Affiliation: Catholic

Application Info

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Frequently Ask Questions about Bishop Kenny High School

Tell me a bit about Bishop Kenny High School.
Bishop Kenny High School is Co-ed private day school located in Florida, US. It was founded 1952 , and currently has about 1385 students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.bishopkenny.org.
Does Bishop Kenny High School have rigorous academic requirements?
Bishop Kenny High School is offering 24 AP courses.

Bishop Kenny High School also have 51% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Bishop Kenny High School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2021-2023, some students attended Northwestern University, Vanderbilt University, Columbia University, University of Notre Dame and Emory University.
What is the application requirement for Bishop Kenny High School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Bishop Kenny High School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for Bishop Kenny High School?
The day tuition for Bishop Kenny High School in 2024 is $13,720 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.
Where is Bishop Kenny High School located?
Bishop Kenny High School is located in the State of Florida of USA. The closest major city is Jacksonville, which is about 1 miles away from school. Most families can choose Jacksonville International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Bishop Kenny High School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Bishop Kenny High School is within top 20000 for all schools on FindingSchool.

How do I complete an application for Bishop Kenny High School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Bishop Kenny High School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Bishop Kenny High School’s official site: http://www.bishopkenny.org or call them at 904-398-7545.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Bishop Kenny High School?
Yes, here are few: Episcopal School of Jacksonville, First Coast Academy, Inc. and Jericho School for Children with Autism, Inc..

The closest major city is Jacksonville. You can find out more schools near Jacksonville here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Bishop Kenny High School?
The overall rating for Bishop Kenny High School is C.

The section ratings of Bishop Kenny High School are:
C for Matriculation
B for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
B+ for Community

Nearby City

Jacksonville, Florida
Jacksonville is a major city on the Atlantic coast in northeastern Florida, known as the state's most populous city and the largest by area in the contiguous United States. As of 2020, it serves as the seat of Duval County, with the city and county governments having consolidated in 1968. Jacksonville boasts a vibrant arts scene, scenic beaches, and a rich history, including attractions like the Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens and the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens. Its thriving economy is anchored in finance, logistics, and military sectors.
Population (2022) 807,815
Cost of Living Lower than the national average 6%
Nearby Airport Jacksonville International Airport
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