Tampa Preparatory School

727 W Cass St, Tampa, FL, 33606-0336 - View a map of this schoolMap

School Notes Overview:

Tampa Preparatory School is a coeducational college preparatory school for students in grades 6 – 12. Our educational philosophy instills values of fairness, decency, honor, diligence and academic curiosity. As students discover their unique identities, they are enriched by a variety of fine and performing arts courses. Athletics and extracurricular activities provide additional opportunities for growth and expression. Open discussions, labs and seminars allow students to form opinions and express ideas, further sharpening their critical thinking skills. Our focus extends beyond typical college preparation to provide a preparation for life with a higher purpose than self. Our belief in a well-rounded education is reflected in our mission: A place to think, create, be yourself, aspire to excellence and go beyond. Our faculty members are role models who include these tenets in their teaching and in their lives. ...

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School Overview:

 
Tampa Preparatory School
School Membership(s) Institute for Independent Education
National Association of Independent Schools
Other school association(s)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 6 - 12
Year Founded 1974
County Hillsborough County, FL
Student Body
Total Students 620 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School
(FL) School Avg.
% Students of Color 19% 28%
Students by Grade
Grade 6 - 63 students
Grade 7 - 63 students
Grade 8 - 61 students
Grade 9 - 102 students
Grade 10 - 127 students
Grade 11 - 106 students
Grade 12 - 98 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 50 teachers
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Matriculation Data Link to Matriculation Data
This School
(FL) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:12 * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 175 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 7 hours 6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Head of School Kevin Plummer
Admissions Director Dennis Facciolo
Sport
Total Sports Offered 15
 
Sports
BaseballBasketball
BowlingCrew
Cross CountryDance
DivingGolf
SoccerSoftball
SwimmingTennis
Track and FieldVolley Ball
Wrestling 

School Notes:

  • Our beautiful campus is located across the Hillsborough River from downtown Tampa and includes seven science labs, four computer labs, a magnificent library, a photography lab, a black-box theater, two art rooms with a kiln, a dance studio and music facilities. Our state-of-the art athletic complex includes two full-size indoor basketball courts, outdoor basketball courts, a wrestling room, an exercise facility, and a swimming and diving center.
  • Profile last updated: 07/09/2008

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About This Zipcode (33606)
School Zip (33606)
(FL) State Average
Population (Approximate) 14,960 people 15,979,631 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 65% 27%
Population Average Age 35 years old 38 years old
Average Household size 1.9 persons 2.3 persons
Median Household Income $49,291 $40,558
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 4.5 rooms 4.9 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 53 years old 33 years old
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Zipcode (33606)


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% Owning / % Renting 45% / 55% 66% / 34%

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