Berkeley Preparatory School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Berkeley Preparatory School is a PreK - Grade 12 co-educational independent day school located in Tampa, Florida.
Berkeley educates the whole child by nurturing students' intellectual, emotional, spiritual and physical development so they may attain their highest potential.
Our philosophy encompasses a balanced curriculum of academics and arts, clubs and activities, competitive sports and community service.
An emphasis on academic excellence combined with a spirit of social responsibility engenders in students a new found confidence and shared sense of purpose.
Students exchange ideas, study virtues and explore ethics as they define their attitudes and values.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked FL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 1,208 students
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 15 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Berkeley Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Florida Council of Independent Schools (FCIS)

Religious Affiliation

Episcopal

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Berkeley Preparatory School
Pre-K	50
Kind	63
1	60
2	59
3	60
4	63
6	105
7	111
9	157
10	167
11	160
12	153

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Year Founded

1960

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Campus Size

86 acres

Student Body

Total Students

1,208 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

25%

State avg.: 48%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

130 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Number of AP Courses

22 courses

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Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Feb. 15 / rolling

Tuition Notes

Pre-K:$23,190 Grades 1-5:$27,060 Grades 6-8:$31,990 Grades 9-12:$35,510

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

School Motto: Disciplina, Diligentia, Integritas (Discipline, Diligence, Integrity)

Berkeley Preparatory School is a PreK - Grade 12 co-educational independent day school located in Tampa, Florida. Berkeley educates the whole child by nurturing students' intellectual, emotional, spiritual and physical development so they may attain their highest potential. Our philosophy encompasses a balanced curriculum of academics and arts, clubs and activities, competitive sports and community service. An emphasis on academic excellence combined with a spirit of social responsibility engenders in students a new found confidence and shared sense of purpose. Students exchange ideas, study virtues and explore ethics as they define their attitudes and values.

Source: Verified school update

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What is Berkeley Preparatory School's ranking?

Berkeley Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Berkeley Preparatory School?

The application deadline for Berkeley Preparatory School is Feb. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Berkeley Preparatory School located?

Berkeley Preparatory School is located in the Town N County Park neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 5 other private schools located in Town N County Park.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Tampa, FL is $13,068 for elementary schools and $14,169 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Tampa, FL is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).