Top 20 Best Hillsborough County Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 163 private schools serving 29,444 students in Hillsborough County, FL (there are 310 public schools, serving 226,413 public students). 12% of all K-12 students in Hillsborough County, FL are educated in private schools (compared to the FL state average of 13%).
The best top ranked private schools in Hillsborough County, FL include Seffner Christian Academy, Odessa Christian School and Berkeley Preparatory School.
The average tuition cost is $10,198, which is lower than the Florida private school average tuition cost of $10,574.
60% of private schools in Hillsborough County, FL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top Ranked Hillsborough County Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Odessa Christian School
Odessa Christian School Photo - Kayaking during PE
Special Program Emphasis
19521 Michigan Ave
Odessa, FL 33556
(813) 792-1825
Grades: K-12
| 67 students
Seffner Christian Academy
Seffner Christian Academy Photo - Students in 9th - 12th grade graduate prepared for life!
(Baptist)
11605 E US HWY 92
Seffner, FL 33584
(813) 626-0001
Grades: PK-12
| 778 students
Center Academy - Riverview
Center Academy - Riverview Photo - Graduation!
Special Education School
(6)
10518 Riverview Dr
Riverview, FL 33578
(813) 677-7777
Grades: 4-12
| 104 students
Center Academy Lutz
Center Academy Lutz Photo
Special Education School
(7)
1520 Land O Lakes Blvd Suite D
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 909-9442
Grades: 5-12
| 102 students
Country Day Montessori School at Carrollwood
Country Day Montessori School at Carrollwood Photo - Classic, hands-on Montessori learning helps children understand & retain new information. Each step along the Montessori journey affords the child the opportunity to realize something about themselves and the environment in which they live.
Montessori School
5117 Ehrlich Rd
Tampa, FL 33624
(813) 961-9295
Grades: PK-3
| 142 students
Hillsdale Christian Academy
Hillsdale Christian Academy Photo
(Baptist)
(3)
6201 Ehrlich Rd
Tampa, FL 33625
(813) 884-8250
Grades: PK-12
| 201 students
Premier Academy of Temple Terrace
Premier Academy of Temple Terrace Photo
Daycare / Preschool
12420 Telecom Dr
Temple Terrace, FL 33637
(813) 574-7510
Grades: NS-K
| 255 students
Academy Of The Holy Names
(Catholic)
3319 Bayshore Blvd
Tampa, FL 33629
(813) 839-5371
Grades: PK-12
| 972 students
American Youth Academy
American Youth Academy Photo - AYA'S Basketball Team
(Islamic)
(5)
5905 E 130th Avenue
Tampa, FL 33617
(813) 987-9282
Grades: PK-12
| 590 students
Beach Park School
Montessori School
4200 W North A St
Tampa, FL 33609
(813) 289-3747
Grades: PK-7
| 135 students
Bell Shoals Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
(2)
2102 Bell Shoals Road
Brandon, FL 33511
(813) 689-9183
Grades: PK-8
| 458 students
Berkeley Preparatory School
Berkeley Preparatory School Photo
(Episcopal)
4811 Kelly Road
Tampa, FL 33615
(813) 885-8673
Grades: PK-12
| 1,208 students
Brandon Academy
Brandon Academy Photo
(2)
801 Limona Road
Brandon, FL 33510
(813) 689-1952
Grades: PK-12
| 280 students
Cambridge Christian School
Cambridge Christian School Photo - Our campus services students in preschool through 12th grade. Established in 1964, we are the highest rated Christian, college preparatory school in Tampa Bay and a 2020 National Blue Ribbon recipient. Come visit us today!
(Christian)
(3)
6101 N Habana Ave
Tampa, FL 33614
(813) 872-6744
Grades: NS-12
| 681 students
1515 W. Bearss Avenue
Tampa, FL 33613
(813) 920-2288
Grades: NS-12
| 1,235 students
CES Academy – Tampa, FL
CES Academy – Tampa, FL Photo
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
(2)
4903 Ehrlich Road
Tampa, FL 33624
(813) 963-0901
Grades: K-12
| 135 students
Christ The King Catholic School
Christ The King Catholic School Photo - Christ the King Catholic School inspires each child to grow in the love of Christ, joy of knowledge and spirit of service.
(Catholic)
(4)
3809 W Morrison Avenue
Tampa, FL 33629
(813) 876-8770
Grades: PK-8
| 522 students
12015 Orange Grove Drive
Tampa, FL 33618
(813) 961-3087
Grades: PK-8
| 550 students
East Bay Christian School
(Baptist)
10102 Old Big Bend Road
Riverview, FL 33578
(813) 677-5236
Grades: PK-12
| 143 students
Faith Christian Academy of Plant City
(Pentecostal)
(2)
2402 Mud Lake Road
Plant City, FL 33566
(813) 473-2090
Grades: NS-12
| 152 students
Family Of Christ Christian School
Family Of Christ Christian School Photo - Walk-a-thon
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
16190 Bruce B Downs Blvd
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 558-9343
Grades: NS-8
| 414 students
216 N Parsons Ave
Brandon, FL 33510
(813) 689-9435
Grades: PK-8
| 180 students
Florida College Academy
(Church of Christ)
(4)
7032 Temple Terrace Hwy
Tampa, FL 33637
(813) 899-6800
Grades: K-12
| 440 students
Foundation Christian Academy
(Church of Christ)
(3)
3955 Lithia Pinecrest Rd.
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 654-2969
Grades: NS-12
| 414 students
The Goddard School
The Goddard School Photo
Daycare / Preschool
14607 Brick Place
Tampa, FL 33626
(813) 926-9820
Grades: NS-PK
| students
Grace Christian School
(Christian)
Po Box 843
Brandon, FL 33509
(813) 689-8815
Grades: PK-12
| 418 students
Hifz Academy
Hifz Academy Photo - Hifz Academy is now hiring for the 2023 - 2024 school year. Apply now by sending your resume to director@hifzacademy.org.
(Islamic)
7326 E Sligh Ave
Tampa, FL 33610
(813) 628-0020
Grades: K-12
| 480 students
Holy Trinity Lutheran School
Holy Trinity Lutheran School Photo
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
3712 W El Prado Blvd
Tampa, FL 33629
(813) 839-0665
Grades: PK-6
| 230 students
1726 South Dale Mabry Highway
Tampa, FL 33629
(813) 553-3280
Grades: K-8
| 16 students
Incarnation Catholic School
(Catholic)
(5)
5111 Webb Rd
Tampa, FL 33615
(813) 884-4502
Grades: PK-8
| 329 students
Jesuit High School
All-boys (Catholic)
4701 N Himes Avenue
Tampa, FL 33614
(813) 877-5344
Grades: 9-12
| 872 students
Land of Learning Academy
Land of Learning Academy Photo - Our new playground structure! Without a doubt, our center has the best playground equipment of any Preschool in the State of Florida.
Daycare / Preschool
8809 W Robson Street
Tampa, FL 33615
(813) 886-6494
Grades: NS-1
| 439 students
Missionary Christian Academy
(Christian)
10902 N. Armenia Avenue
Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 545-5232
Grades: K-12
| 49 students
Morning Star Catholic School Tampa
Special Education School (Catholic)
(3)
210 E Linebaugh Avenue
Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 935-0232
Grades: Inquire with school
| 75 students
Most Holy Redeemer School
(Catholic)
(1)
302 E Linebaugh Ave
Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 933-4750
Grades: K-8
| 310 students
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Hillsborough County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
12420 Telecom Dr
Tampa, FL 33637
(813) 979-0002
Grades: PK-6
| 100 students
Christ Our Redeemer Lutheran School (Closed 2010)
(Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
304 Druid Hills Rd
Tampa, FL 33617
(813) 988-4025
Grades: PK-8
| 115 students
11912 Boyette Rd
Riverview, FL 33569
(813) 374-2070
Grades: Inquire with school
| 15 students
516 Corner Dr.
Brandon, FL 33511
(813) 655-6505
Grades: K-8
| 82 students
6310 E Sligh Ave
Tampa, FL 33617
(813) 988-4199
Grades: K-12
| 134 students
3515 N Florida Ave
Tampa, FL 33603
(313) 229-0618
Grades: PK-8
| 120 students
2418 W Swann Ave
Tampa, FL 33609
(813) 258-5646
Grades: PK-8
| 109 students
3205 N Boulevard
Tampa, FL 33603
(813) 228-4332
Grades: PK-12
| 171 students
5902 N Himes Ave
Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 872-8227
Grades: PK-8
| 72 students
3040 W. Cypress
Tampa, FL 33609
(813) 876-6194
Grades: PK-6
| 34 students
315 W Columbus Dr
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 229-1322
Grades: PK-8
| 457 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Hillsborough County, FL?
The top ranked private schools in Hillsborough County, FL include Seffner Christian Academy, Odessa Christian School and Berkeley Preparatory School.
How many private schools are located in Hillsborough County, FL?
163 private schools are located in Hillsborough County, FL.
How much do private schools cost in Hillsborough County, FL?
The average tuition cost is $10,198, which is lower than the Florida private school average tuition cost of $10,574.
How diverse are private schools in Hillsborough County, FL?
Hillsborough County, FL private schools are approximately 39% minority students, which is lower than the Florida private school average of 46%.
What percentage of students in Hillsborough County, FL go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in Hillsborough County, FL are educated in private schools (compared to the FL state average of 13%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Hillsborough County, FL?
60% of private schools in Hillsborough County, FL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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