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Santa Fe Catholic High School

Santa Fe Catholic High School, a ministry of the Catholic Diocese of Orlando, offers a program of college preparatory studies encompassing values grounded in the Gospel of Jesus Christ and serves the families of the surrounding communities.
Through academics, spiritual, athletic, artistic, extracurricular and service programs, the school endeavors to help each student develop fully as a child of God.
Santa Fe Catholic High School offers a Christ-centered learning environment.
This means that we can - and do - incorporate the teachings of Jesus Christ into all that we do.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 356 students
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Santa Fe Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

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Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1961
Colors
White, Crimson, Grey
School Calendar
Campus Size
40

Student Body

Total Students
356 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Santa Fe Catholic High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 81%
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School Notes

  • School Motto: Ad Fidem Per Scientiam, To Faith Through Knowledge.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Santa Fe Catholic High School?
The acceptance rate of Santa Fe Catholic High School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
What is Santa Fe Catholic High School's ranking?
Santa Fe Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Santa Fe Catholic High School?
The application deadline for Santa Fe Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 356 students
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Lakeland, FL is $11,956 for elementary schools and $12,436 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Lakeland, FL is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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