Espiritu Santo Catholic School Photo #0 - 2019 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. This honor was awarded to only 50 private schools across the country last year. Espiritu has test scores in the top 15% of the nation. Espiritu Santo is the only school in the Tampa Bay area that earned this recognition in 2019.

Espiritu Santo Catholic School

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Espiritu Santo Catholic School Photo #1 - 2019 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. This honor was awarded to only 50 private schools across the country last year. Espiritu has test scores in the top 15% of the nation. Espiritu Santo is the only school in the Tampa Bay area that earned this recognition in 2019.
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Espiritu Santo Catholic School Photo #1 - 2019 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. This honor was awarded to only 50 private schools across the country last year. Espiritu has test scores in the top 15% of the nation. Espiritu Santo is the only school in the Tampa Bay area that earned this recognition in 2019.
Espiritu Santo Catholic School's mission, under the guiding gifts of the Holy Spirit, is to pass on the beliefs and teachings of the Roman Catholic Faith, to encourage students to reach out to others in a caring, Christian way, and to offer students an enriched, academic, Christ centered education in a disciplined environment.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 432 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $9,955
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Espiritu Santo Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

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Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2019

Student Body

Total Students
432 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Espiritu Santo Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

School Notes

  • Espiritu Santo Catholic School's mission, under the guiding gifts of the Holy Spirit, is to pass on the beliefs and teachings of the Roman Catholic Faith, to encourage students to reach out to others in a caring, Christian way, and to offer students an enriched, academic, Christ centered education in a disciplined environment.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Niles Benson - Espiritu Alumni Scores Goal for USA Hockey Team and Commits to Harvard -
    • Grace Jaye - Espiritu Graduate Starts Non-Profit to Benefit Ukrainian Refugees -
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Espiritu Santo Catholic School cost?
Espiritu Santo Catholic School's tuition is approximately $9,955 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Espiritu Santo Catholic School?
Espiritu Santo Catholic School famous alumni include: Niles Benson - Espiritu Alumni Scores Goal for USA Hockey Team and Commits to Harvard and Grace Jaye - Espiritu Graduate Starts Non-Profit to Benefit Ukrainian Refugees.
What is Espiritu Santo Catholic School's ranking?
Espiritu Santo Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Espiritu Santo Catholic School?
The application deadline for Espiritu Santo Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 432 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $9,955
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Pinellas County, FL is $12,139 for elementary schools and $13,978 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Pinellas County, FL is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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