Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Catholic College Prep Education in Jacksonville
Bishop Kenny High School has been dedicated to academic excellence and Catholic values since 1952. Our institution integrates faith, culture, and education to prepare students for college and life, offering rigorous college preparatory programs alongside spiritual formation. With a faculty committed to student success, we emphasize intellectual growth, character development, and service to others. Our 55-acre campus features state-of-the-art facilities supporting 23 athletic teams, 54 student organizations, and advanced STEM and humanities curricula.Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Florida Catholic Conference, and National Council for Private School Accreditation, we maintain a 99% college acceptance rate while fostering a community rooted in Gospel values. Our graduates, now numbering over 16,000 worldwide, consistently demonstrate leadership in their academic, professional, and service endeavors.
Services
College Preparatory Programs
Faith Formation
Athletics Programs
STEM Education
Student Organizations
Details
- Year established: 1952
Highlights and features
- We offer 70+ years of Catholic educational excellence in Jacksonville
- Our graduates earn $19M+ in annual scholarships
- We maintain a 99% college acceptance rate
- We provide 54 student organizations and 23 athletic teams
- Our campus features 40 STEM courses and modern facilities
Associations and certifications
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
- Florida Catholic Conference
- National Council for Private School Accreditation
What people say
Strong college preparation
Faith-based values
Championship athletics
Diverse programs
Supportive community
Services
College Preparatory Programs
Our college preparatory curriculum includes 26 AP courses, 40 STEM offerings, and three academic levels (College Prep, Honors, AP). Faculty focus on developing critical thinking and college readiness while integrating Catholic values. Students benefit from personalized counseling and a 99% college acceptance rate.
Faith Formation
Campus Ministry programs include weekly Mass, retreats, sacramental preparation, and service opportunities. Students participate in Advent/Lent programs, peer ministry, and over 50,000 annual community service hours. The program emphasizes Gospel values and spiritual growth.
Athletics Programs
23 teams in 16 sports compete at state levels, with 34 state championships. Programs emphasize sportsmanship, teamwork, and physical development. Facilities include renovated stadiums, 8 tennis courts, and specialized training centers for various sports.
Student Organizations
54 organizations cover academic, artistic, and service interests. Options include honor societies, performing arts groups, STEM clubs, and leadership programs. Activities promote skill development, community service, and extracurricular engagement.
STEM Education
40 STEM courses include robotics, anatomy, and advanced physics. Modern labs feature specialized facilities like the Morales Physics Lab and Larmoyeux Anatomy Lab. Curriculum prepares students for technical careers and university STEM programs.
People
Michael Broach
Vice Principal & Director of Mission Integration
A 1999 graduate, Michael oversees academic mission integration. He emphasizes faith-academia balance and leads curriculum development while maintaining Catholic educational values.
Mark Thorson
Director of Athletics
Mark leads 23 athletic teams and facilities management. He emphasizes sportsmanship and holistic athlete development while maintaining championship programs.
Questions
What makes Bishop Kenny's education unique?
Our Catholic values integrate with rigorous academics, offering 26 AP courses, 40 STEM options, and faith formation programs that develop mind, heart, and soul.
How does the admissions process work?
Apply through our FACTS portal, schedule a tour or shadow day, and submit required documents. Our team guides families through each step of the admissions journey.
What accreditation does Bishop Kenny hold?
We maintain triple accreditation from Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Florida Catholic Conference, and National Council for Private School Accreditation.
What extracurricular opportunities exist?
54 student organizations, 23 athletic teams, and numerous honor societies provide diverse opportunities for arts, STEM, service, and leadership development.
How does the school support college preparation?
With 99% college acceptance, we offer personalized counseling, scholarship guidance, and academic advising to ensure students meet college admission requirements.
What community service requirements exist?
Students complete 25 service hours annually through structured programs that emphasize Gospel-based service to local and global communities.