St. Thomas Aquinas High School

St. Thomas Aquinas High School is a four-year, coeducational secondary school in the Catholic tradition of youth formation, sponsored by the Archdiocese of Miami.
Respectful of each person`s self-worth, we seek to develop each student`s God-given talents in a safe atmosphere of caring, sharing, and challenge through a varied program of educational offerings, religious experiences, athletic programs, social and cultural opportunities, and service.
The individual, whether student, teacher, or parent, is the primary focus of the entire program so that in the image and likeness of God, he or she receives attention, acknowledgement, and challenge.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,031 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Thomas Aquinas High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1936
Summer School Offered
Yes
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2022

Student Body

Total Students
2,031 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
47%
State avg.: 46%
Students by Grade
St. Thomas Aquinas High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Sports

School Notes

  • St. Thomas Aquinas High School is a four-year, coeducational secondary school in the Catholic tradition of youth formation, sponsored by the Archdiocese of Miami. Respectful of each person`s self-worth, we seek to develop each student`s God-given talents in a safe atmosphere of caring, sharing, and challenge through a varied program of educational offerings, religious experiences, athletic programs, social and cultural opportunities, and service. The individual, whether student, teacher, or parent, is the primary focus of the entire program so that in the image and likeness of God, he or she receives attention, acknowledgement, and challenge.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does St. Thomas Aquinas High School offer?
St. Thomas Aquinas High School offers 19 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Polo and Wrestling. St. Thomas Aquinas High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Florida for most sports offered.
What is St. Thomas Aquinas High School's ranking?
St. Thomas Aquinas High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Thomas Aquinas High School?
The application deadline for St. Thomas Aquinas High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
What neighborhood is St. Thomas Aquinas High School located?
St. Thomas Aquinas High School is located in the Melrose Manors neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL. There are 4 other private schools located in Melrose Manors.

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School Reviews

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My two children attended STA from 2010 to 2016 and we believed that it was a terrific school in so many ways. It has a wonderful family atmosphere, there are after-school clubs for all tastes, and in contrast to some other parents, we found the theology dept to be the best teaching dept in the school. They raised the intellectual bar extremely high and fostered a vibrant faith in action. If there was one downside, it was not that good on discipline. If a student was a top athlete, they could do whatever they pleased and they wouldn't be dealt with.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,031 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Fort Lauderdale, FL is $13,278 for elementary schools and $19,039 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Fort Lauderdale, FL is 73% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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