Clearwater Central Catholic High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked FL School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 583 students
Yearly Tuition: $20,700
Acceptance rate: 100%
Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Clearwater Central Catholic High School
9	147
10	144
11	149
12	143

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1962

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Awards

Blue Ribbon School

Campus Size

40 acres

School Motto

Where Possibility & Opportunity Meet

Student Body

Total Students

583 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

20%

State avg.: 48%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

40 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

66%

Average SAT score

1136

(Out of 1600)

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform polo and khaki shorts, pants, or skorts

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

International Baccalaureate Program

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other special emphasis association(s)
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Dec. 15 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$20,700

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Tuition Notes

$18100 for affiliated families

% on Financial Aid

90%

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Tara Shea McLaughlin

Admissions Associate

Corey Wells

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

15 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

Flag FootballFootball

GolfLacrosse

SoccerSoftball

SwimmingTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

Wrestling

Colors

Red, Gold

School Mascot

Marauders

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

16 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Brain BowlCatholic Relief Services

Coding & RoboticsEntrepreneurs Club

Environmental ClubEthics Bowl

Forensic Science Interest GroupMath Competition

Model UNPeer Ministry

Quill & ScrollStudent Government

Upcycle Fashion Service GroupWater 4 Mercy

Arts and Music Programs:

Drama Club (ITS Troupe 4763)Praise Band

School Notes

Clearwater Central Catholic High School, a college-preparatory school, is committed to educating students to use their minds for truth, hearts for love, and hands for service.
Following Roman Catholic teachings and living the charism of the Sisters of Notre Dame, we inspire our diverse student body to experience God's goodness and provident care by respecting the dignity of all persons and generously serving others for the betterment of the global society.
True to our founding mission and enriched by our shared core values, Clearwater Central Catholic High School, a community of faith and lifetime learners, aspires to develop creative leaders who respect themselves and others, who value service as a gospel calling, and who are inspired to excel in all endeavors.
We are a Catholic school in the Diocese of Saint Petersburg.
As a Diocesan, coeducational, college-preparatory school serving primarily the Upper Deanery of Pinellas County, we are committed to excellence in educating students of diverse ability levels.

Founded in 1962, Clearwater Central Catholic High School (CCC) is a college-preparatory and International Baccalaureate (IB) School incorporated within the Diocese of St. Petersburg, Florida, with an enrollment of about 560 students in Grades 9 - 12. It is accredited byAdvancED/Cogniaand theFlorida Catholic Conference (FCC)and holds membership in theNational Association for College Admission Counseling.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Dr. Renee Węgrzyn - Renee Diane Wegrzyn is an American applied biologist who has served as the inaugural director of the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health since October 2022.
- Dr. Dani McVety - In addition to her role as a hospice veterinarian and Founder & CEO of Lap of Love, Dani McVety is a speaker, consultant, author, and host for PetCareTV.
- Jer'Zhan Newton - Jer'Zhan "Johnny" Newton is an American professional football defensive tackle for the Washington Commanders of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Illinois Fighting Illini, where he was named the Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year and earned consensus All-American honors in 2023.
- David Toups - The Most Reverend David Leon Toups is an American Catholic prelate who has served as Bishop of Beaumont since 2020.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Clearwater Central Catholic High School cost?

Clearwater Central Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $20,700 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Clearwater Central Catholic High School?

The acceptance rate of Clearwater Central Catholic High School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.

Who are famous alumni from Clearwater Central Catholic High School?

Clearwater Central Catholic High School famous alumni include: Dr. Renee Węgrzyn, Dr. Dani McVety, Jer'Zhan Newton and David Toups.

What sports does Clearwater Central Catholic High School offer?

Clearwater Central Catholic High School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Clearwater Central Catholic High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Florida for most sports offered.

What is Clearwater Central Catholic High School's ranking?

Clearwater Central Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Clearwater Central Catholic High School?

The application deadline for Clearwater Central Catholic High School is Dec. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Clearwater, FL is $12,217 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Clearwater, FL is 78% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).