Very Good

#70 of 716 private schools in IL

Top 10% of private schools

Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School

School

18350 CROSSING DR, Tinley Park, IL 60487

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

6.7:1

Score

7.9

Grades

3rd – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

6.7:1

Score

7.9

Grades

3rd – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Illinois private schools

#70 of 716

In Tinley Park

#1 of 4

public schools

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About Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School

Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School is a private school in Tinley Park, IL. Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #70 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it compares1.7 pts above IL schools

7.9

This school 7.9 · Very Good
IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 60 students, Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 6.7:1 students to teachers, Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Tinley Park, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio

6.7:1

This School

12.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

555

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.9

This School

7.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 63.3% vs 0%

White 13.3% vs 0%

Hispanic 8.3% vs 0%

Asian 1.7% vs 0%

Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School Tinley Park Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School (this school)	—	60	6.7:1	7.9
Millennium Elem School	0.9 mi	499	13.5:1	8.3
Prairie View Middle School	1.3 mi	599	12.5:1	7.3
Christa McAuliffe School	1.5 mi	546	15.2:1	7.8
Walker Intermediate School	1.8 mi	527	10.1:1	6.7
Virgil I Grissom Middle School	2.1 mi	578	11.8:1	7.2
Central Middle School	2.4 mi	754	12.2:1	6.2
Memorial Elem School	2.6 mi	297	11:1	7.4
John A Bannes Elem School	2.7 mi	440	14.2:1	7.3
Helen Keller Elem School	3.1 mi	405	12.3:1	6.8
Bert H Fulton School	3.1 mi	399	11.4:1	6.6
Tinley Park High School	3.5 mi	1,062	16.6:1	7.2

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IL.

Classroom Attention

A 9.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.7:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.8 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,462.5

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 49%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 3.6 / 10

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Enrollment 60

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in IL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 63.3%

White 13.3%

Hispanic 8.3%

Native American 8.3%

Two or More 5.0%

Asian 1.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

18350 CROSSING DR, Tinley Park, IL 60487

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Millennium Elem School (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Victor J Andrew High School (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Orland Hills), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Frankfort Square Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Frankfort), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tinley Park, see our Tinley Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Millennium Elem School Tinley Park	0.9 mi	499	8.3
Prairie View Middle School Tinley Park	1.3 mi	599	7.3
Christa McAuliffe School Tinley Park	1.5 mi	546	7.8
SOUTHWEST CHICAGO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-TINLEY PARK Tinley Park	1.7 mi	264	6.2
Victor J Andrew High School Orland Hills	1.7 mi	2,230	8.2
Arbury Hills Elem School Mokena	1.7 mi	174	7.6
Walker Intermediate School Tinley Park	1.8 mi	527	6.7
Dr Julian Rogus School Frankfort	2.0 mi	607	7.1
TRIPLE R CHILD CARE Mokena	2.0 mi	4	—
Virgil I Grissom Middle School Tinley Park	2.1 mi	578	7.2
Fernway Park Elem School Orland Park	2.3 mi	408	6.3
CARDINAL JOSEPH BERNARDIN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orland Hills	2.5 mi	408	5.7
Frankfort Square Elem School Frankfort	2.4 mi	175	8.0
Mokena Jr High School Mokena	2.5 mi	499	7.9
John A Bannes Elem School Tinley Park	2.7 mi	440	7.3
Central Middle School Tinley Park	2.4 mi	754	6.2
Helen Keller Elem School Tinley Park	3.1 mi	405	6.8
ZION LUTHERAN EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Tinley Park	2.8 mi	3	—
Lincoln-Way East High School Frankfort	3.2 mi	2,728	8.0
Memorial Elem School Tinley Park	2.6 mi	297	7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60487 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$137,426

Median Home Value

$339,600

Median Rent

$1,428/mo

Population

25,881

College Educated

45.2%

Homeownership

92.9%

Avg Commute

34.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

41.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School

What grades does Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School serve?

Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.

How many students attend Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School?

Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School rank in IL?

Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School ranks #70 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School a private school?

Yes, Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School a religious school?

No, Lt Joseph P Kennedy JR School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 34 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 3rd – 12th
Enrollment: 60
Gender Split: 78% M / 22% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 6.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 9
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 225 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Will County
Phone: (708) 382-5278

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