Bishop Kelly High School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked ID School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 945 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,525
Acceptance rate: 96%
Average class size: 21 students
Application Deadline: Mar. 15 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Bishop Kelly High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Idaho for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Bishop Kelly High School
9	241
10	242
11	230
12	232

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1964

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

945 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

19%

State avg.: 15%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

77 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

21 students

Average SAT score

1230

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

business casual

Number of AP Courses

18 courses

List of Courses Offered

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Mar. 15 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,525

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Tuition Notes

Students who are members of a supporting parish pay a reduced tuition amount. Generous financial aid packages are available. Visit www.bk.org for full tuition and financial aid info.

% on Financial Aid

25%

Acceptance Rate

96%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Kelly Shockey

Application URL

Endowment Size

$10 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

19 sports

Sports

Alpine SkiingBaseball

BasketballCheering

Cross CountryFootball

Track and FieldUltimate Frisbee

VolleyballWater Polo

Wrestling

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Colors

Black, Gold

School Mascot

Knights

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

32 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Book ClubCampus Ministry

Dead Economists SocietyEnvironmental Club

Fellowship of Christian AthletesFrench Club

Human Rights ClubKnights for Life

MathletesMeditation Club

National Honor Society (NHS)PATHS - Service Organization

Patriotism ClubPep Club

Photography ClubRandom Acts of Kindness

Red Cross ClubScience Olympiad

Spanish ClubSTEM

Student CouncilTechnology Club

Theater ArtsWorld Wide Club

Yearbook

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Arts and Music Programs:

Art ClubBand

ChoirOrchestra

Pastoral Arts

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Ping Pong ClubRock Climbing Club

School Notes

Bishop Kelly High School is a private Catholic high school founded in 1964 in Boise, ID. BK educates students in the Catholic tradition focusing on the development of the whole person - spirit, mind and body. Our close knit school community is made up of more than 65 faculty and staff members, approximately 800 students in grades 9-12, an incredible group of involved and supportive parents,and more than 7,500 alumni from Bishop Kelly and our predecessor, Saint Teresa's Academy. Our nurturing school environment encourages students to strive for excellence in and out of the classroom.

Bishop Kelly High School is a private Catholic high school founded in 1964 in Boise, ID. BK educates students in the Catholic tradition focusing on the development of the whole person - spirit, mind and body. Our close knit school community is made up of more than 65 faculty and staff members, approximately 800 students in grades 9-12, an incredible group of involved and supportive parents,and more than 7,500 alumni from Bishop Kelly and our predecessor, Saint Teresa's Academy. Our nurturing school environment encourages students to strive for excellence in and out of the classroom.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Bishop Kelly High School cost?

Bishop Kelly High School's tuition is approximately $8,525 for private students.

What schools are Bishop Kelly High School often compared to?

Bishop Kelly High School is often viewed alongside schools like Riverstone International School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Bishop Kelly High School?

The acceptance rate of Bishop Kelly High School is 96%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.

What sports does Bishop Kelly High School offer?

Bishop Kelly High School offers 19 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Water Polo and Wrestling. Bishop Kelly High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Idaho for most sports offered.

What is Bishop Kelly High School's ranking?

Bishop Kelly High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Idaho for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Bishop Kelly High School?

The application deadline for Bishop Kelly High School is Mar. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Mar. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Bishop Kelly High School located?

Bishop Kelly High School is located in the Boise Bench neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 7 other private schools located in Boise Bench.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Boise, ID is $15,967 for elementary schools and $14,135 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Boise, ID is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).