ALONG JACKSONVILLE’S SOUTHBANK, WITH THE BEAUTIFUL ST. JOHN’S RIVER AS A BACKDROP, IS BISHOP KENNY HIGH SCHOOL, A 55 ACRE RIVERFRONT CAMPUS AND A PROUD MEMBER OF THE CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF ST. AUGUSTINE. BISHOP KENNY HIGH SCHOOL HAS JUST UNDER 1300 STUDENTS IN GRADES NINE THROUGH TWELVE, AND IS KNOWN FOR ITS TRADITIONS OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AND ITS COMMITMENT TO THE CATHOLIC FAITH.
FOUNDED IN 1952, BISHOP KENNY IS A FOUR-YEAR COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL, AND HOLDS DUAL ACCREDITATION WITH THE FLORIDA CATHOLIC CONFERENCE AND THE SOUTHERN ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGES AND SCHOOLS. WITH THE SUPPORT OF HIGHLY QUALIFIED AND DEDICATED EDUCATORS, STUDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO DEVELOP A LIFELONG LOVE FOR LEARNING, IN A SAFE AND SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT. AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS ARE ALSO A BIG PART OF LIFE AT BISHOP KENNY HIGH SCHOOL. AT THE END OF THE SCHOOL DAY, “BK” STUDENTS STAY ENGAGED WITH VARIOUS ATHLETIC TEAMS, ARTISTIC ENDEAVORS AND COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAMS.
STUDENTS AT BISHOP KENNY HIGH SCHOOL RECEIVE A WELL-ROUNDED EDUCATION, DESIGNED TO PREPARE THEM TO BECOME SUCCESSFUL, PRODUCTIVE MEMBERS OF SOCIETY. THERE IS ALSO AN UNDENIABLE COMMITMENT TO INTEGRITY, CENTERED ON POSITIVE CONTRIBUTIONS TO FAITH, FAMILY AND COMMUNITIES. AS A CATHOLIC, COLLEGE-PREPARATORY SCHOOL, BISHOP KENNY PROVIDES APPROPRIATE COURSE PLACEMENT AND SEQUENCING, WHICH HELPS PREPARE STUDENTS FOR COLLEGE LIFE AND BEYOND.
Bishop Kenny High School
1,375
Students
A
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1220
Average ACT Score
28
Average GPA
3.54
Graduation Rate
99%
Annual Tuition
$14,270
Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Niche Grade
A
B
A
A
A+
A
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.54
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
94
Full Time Teachers
94
Part Time Teachers
0
Teachers in First or Second Year
10%
College Prep
Average SAT
1220
Math
600
Verbal
620
Average ACT
28
Math
25
English
28
Reading
29
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
26
AP Pass Rate
86%
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
76%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High
GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
Female
53.7%
Male
46.3%
White
72.3%
Hispanic
11%
Black
7.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
6%
Two or more races
3.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
School Rankings
#26
Best Catholic Schools in Florida
#27
Best HS For Athletes in Florida
#68
Best College Prep Private High Schools in Florida
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Florida State University
414 Students
University of North Florida
397 Students
University of Florida
390 Students
University of Central Florida
340 Students
University of South Florida
229 Students
Florida Atlantic University
164 Students
University of Miami
154 Students
Jacksonville University
139 Students
Florida International University
94 Students
Auburn University
87 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
146 Students
Psychology
100 Students
Biology
87 Students
Nursing
72 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
69 Students
Criminology
45 Students
Political Science and Government
44 Students
Marketing
42 Students
Finance
40 Students
Mechanical Engineering
39 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
12/16/2024
It's been a blessing to be at this school with the many ways it prepares you for college. Highly recommend.
8/26/2024
Bishop Kenny is a wonderful high school to prepare student for college. With a rigorous mix of both AP classes and up and coming athletic programs, Bishop Kenny continues to improve both academics and athletics with every year.
2/29/2024
Bishop Kenny is a wonderfully organized school with lots of opportunities. I enjoyed my time and all the teachers and help I received. Just like any place people are hard to connect with. I hope in the future there can be more unity and love in this school.
GreatSchools Reviews
6/3/2025
A lot of bullying. Classist, racist. Horrible experience.
12/14/2023
Amazing school very safe environment we have one or two police on campus everyday of the week. Amazing school
9/20/2023
Terrible. Racist, Classist, uncomfortable experience. And it really isn’t “college prep” more than any other school would be.
1/5/2023
I have two children who are thriving at the school! As parents we could not be more pleased with the school and the faculty. The standards are high and the results show in the graduates. Opportunities are abundant for kids who are willing to put in the work and be successful, faith filled, contribut...
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List Price Range
$193K - $901K
Homes For Sale
21
Average Home Value
$420,630
Median Lot Size
7,405 Sq Ft
% Renters
70%
Average Household Income
$92,245
% of College Grads
53.7%
Median Age
47
Average House Size
1,498 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
91.4%
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Bishop Kenny High School is a private Catholic school for students in grades 9-12 located at 1055 Kingman Ave in Jacksonville, FL. Annual tuition is $14,270. The school has a total enrollment of 1,375 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Bishop Kenny High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A. The average GPA is 3.54, the graduation rate is 99%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1220 and an ACT score of 28. The average home value in this area is $420,630. Discover additional schools in the area, like Fathers Harbor Academy, Episcopal School of Jacksonville, The Covenant School of Jacksonville, and more. Learn more about what Jacksonville has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Bishop Kenny High School.