Average
#150 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 39% of private schools
John F Kennedy Catholic High School
High School
140 S 140TH ST, Burien, WA 98168
Enrollment
749
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
749
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#150 of 381
In Burien
#2 of 5
public schools
Shortlisting around John F Kennedy Catholic High School?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
John F Kennedy Catholic High School
High School in Burien · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Glendale Lutheran School
0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Cedarhurst Elementary
0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About John F Kennedy Catholic High School
John F Kennedy Catholic High School is a private high school in Burien, WA. John F Kennedy Catholic High School serves approximately 749 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. John F Kennedy Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #150 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- WA avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
John F Kennedy Catholic High 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
BetaHow John F Kennedy Catholic High School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Burien, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| John F Kennedy Catholic High School (this school) | 6.6 |
| Highline High School | 3.3 |
| Highline Public Schools Virtual Academy | 4.8 |
| Highline Open Doors 1418 | 3.8 |
| Innovation Heights Academy | 6.8 |
| Highline Home School Center | — |
| Big Picture School | 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
PreliminaryWhat 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 WA.
Data Unavailable
View data sources
Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in WA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
140 S 140TH ST, Burien, WA 98168
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F Kennedy Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Innovation Heights Academy (rated 6.8/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Evergreen High School (rated 5.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Seattle), a more accessible option. Additionally, Highline Open Doors 1418 (rated 3.8/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Burien, see our Burien schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GLENDALE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Burien | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Cedarhurst Elementary Burien | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Hazel Valley Elementary Burien | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Highline High School Burien | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Highline Public Schools Virtual Academy Burien | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| THREE TREE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Burien | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| ST BERNADETTE SCHOOL Burien | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Highline Open Doors 1418 Burien | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Sylvester Middle School Burien | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Seahurst Elementary School Burien | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Evergreen High School Seattle | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Cascade Middle School Seattle | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Innovation Heights Academy Burien | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Burien | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Gregory Heights Elementary Burien | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Glacier Middle School Seatac | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
| WEST SEATTLE MONTESSORI Seattle | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Mount View Elementary Seattle | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Hilltop Elementary Seattle | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Beverly Park Elem at Glendale Seattle | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98168 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,937
Median Home Value
$500,600
Median Rent
$1,724/mo
Population
34,814
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
53.2%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Median Age
38
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HOLY NAMES ACADEMY Seattle, WA | 6.6 |
| Washougal High School Washougal, WA | 6.6 |
| LAKESIDE SCHOOL Seattle, WA | 6.5 |
| EASTSIDE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Kirkland, WA | 6.7 |
| Science and Math Institute Tacoma, WA | 6.7 |
| Fife High School Tacoma, WA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John F Kennedy Catholic High School
What grades does John F Kennedy Catholic High School serve?
John F Kennedy Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend John F Kennedy Catholic High School?
John F Kennedy Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 749 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at John F Kennedy Catholic High School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does John F Kennedy Catholic High School rank in WA?
John F Kennedy Catholic High School ranks #150 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is John F Kennedy Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
John F Kennedy Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is John F Kennedy Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, John F Kennedy Catholic High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is John F Kennedy Catholic High School a religious school?
John F Kennedy Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Explore More Schools
Neighborhood Context
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 749
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (206) 246-0500
Resources & Links
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateRelated reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.