Shorecrest is a non-sectarian PK3 -12th grade independent college preparatory school located in the Tampa Bay Area.
By offering its families choice, support, and balance, Shorecrest graduates empathetic, independent thinkers who succeed at the university level, pursue their passions, and lead purposeful lives.
Our mission is to educate a diverse community of students to become lifelong learners in the pursuit of personal and academic excellence, physical well-being, creative achievement and the development of a commitment to social responsibility.
Our Core Values are guiding principles that all members of the Shorecrest community strive to embrace and model. Responsibility, Respect, Integrity, Knowledge, and Compassion are embedded into our school culture.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked FL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 994 students
- Yearly Tuition: $23,600
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Shorecrest Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
SAT Score
ACT Score
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1923
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
994 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 46%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
26 courses
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1320
Average ACT score
28
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
PreK-8 wear uniforms; 9-12 has dress code
PreK-8 wear uniforms; 9-12 has dress code
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$23,600
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies according to grade level, $8,900-23,600. Payment plans include annual, semi-annual, monthly. Need-based financial aid available.
% on Financial Aid
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$9,000
Admissions Director
Alvanita Hope
Admissions Associate
Beth Mantooth
Sports
Total Sports Offered
14 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
42 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Astronomy Club, Chess Club, Clio Club, Cooking Club, Creative Writing Club, Habitat for Humanity Club, Intramural Sports, Latin Club, Latin Honor Society, Literature Club, National Art Honor Society, Recording Arts Club, Science Club, Tri-M Music Honor Society, Universal Language Club
Club or Organization:
Cum Laude Society, Eco Club, French Club, French Honor Society, Interact Service Club, Key Club, Lego Robotics Club, Math Club, Mu Alpha Theta, Multicultural Club, National Honor Society, Peer Counselors, Quill & Scroll, Rho Kappa Society, S.A.D.D., Scouts, Spanish Club, Spanish Honor Society, Student Council, Vegetarian Club, Youth & Government
Arts and Music Programs:
Acting Club, Band, Chorus, Dance and Drama Club, Jazz Band, Thespians
Club or Organization:
Cum Laude Society, Eco Club, French Club, French Honor Society, Interact Service Club, Key Club, Lego Robotics Club, Math Club, Mu Alpha Theta, Multicultural Club, National Honor Society, Peer Counselors, Quill & Scroll, Rho Kappa Society, S.A.D.D., Scouts, Spanish Club, Spanish Honor Society, Student Council, Vegetarian Club, Youth & Government
Arts and Music Programs:
Acting Club, Band, Chorus, Dance and Drama Club, Jazz Band, Thespians
School Notes
The investment in a Shorecrest education delivers:
- A community of highly engaged parents, the area`s best professional teachers and bright, motivated students.
- The highest level of school safety, security and protection through the area-exclusive partnership with Critical Intervention Services and its School Protection Officer Program.
- The Experiential School, the Tampa Bay Area`s top preschool, providing 3, 4, and 5-year-old students with the best preparation for kindergarten.
- Lower School (K-4) and Middle School (Grades 5-8) curricula that are the ideal blend of progressive and fundamental educational programs.
- The best college and individual counseling in the region; with the best college preparation and placement in Pinellas County.
- Overall, the most successful athletic program in Pinellas County.
- Overall, the most awarded arts program in the region.
- A school-wide commitment to Service Learning and worldwide partnerships that help foster a global perspective.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Shorecrest Preparatory School cost?
Shorecrest Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $23,600 for private students.
What sports does Shorecrest Preparatory School offer?
Shorecrest Preparatory School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Diving, Football, Golf, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Shorecrest Preparatory School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Florida for most sports offered.
What is Shorecrest Preparatory School's ranking?
Shorecrest Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Shorecrest Preparatory School?
The application deadline for Shorecrest Preparatory School is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
School Reviews
5 2/16/2024
It sounds like a cliche, but attending Shorecrest was life-changing for our daughter. She entered the school at the start of middle school and by the time she graduated the growth she had achieved both as a student and a person was amazing. She developed such a strong foundation academically that she has been taking on the challenges of college in stride
5 3/24/2023
My wife and I moved recently to the area from New York. We've been extremely satisfied with the teaching staff and the education the school has to offer. Thank you guys for all that you do!
5 8/21/2019
We transferred our son to Shorecrest mid-year and WHAT AN AMAZING SCHOOL! Night and day from the last one. They recognized where he was coming from and that he would need help getting up to speed. The team of teachers has been SO patient and helpful. The students are incredibly nice and academically... he's finally challenged! I really wish we would have chosen Shorecrest from the very beginning of the school year.
5 8/6/2019
I feel incredibly lucky to have attended Shore crest for the past 14 years. It's not every school that you can find success and passion in every aspect of the school: academics, athletics, arts, leadership, community, etc. I have been able to grow my leadership skills, communicate successfully with others, and have thought-provoking in-class discussions that have allowed me to think for myself. I am leaving Shore crest with a greater sense of self and more knowledge than I ever thought I could have as I'm moving onto college in a few weeks.
5 2/9/2014
Sending my daughter to Shorecrest has been one of the best decisions my husband and I have every made. We are so happy with the fantastic teachers and education that she is receiving. It has been worth every penny as she is far more advanced academically than other children in our neighborhood who do not attend Shorecrest.
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