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Best Florida Private Schools Belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 15 private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) serving 14,685 students in Florida. You can also find more schools membership associations in Florida.
The top ranked private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in Florida include IMG Academy, Shorecrest Preparatory School, and Oak Hall School.
The average tuition cost is $27,272, which is higher than the Florida private school average tuition cost of $13,829.
40% of private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in Florida are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 15

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 15

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in Florida (2026-27)

The First Academy Photo
The First Academy
Gr: NS-12 | 1,500 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 14
Christian
2667 Bruton Blvd
Orlando, FL 32805
(407) 206-8602
(2)
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IMG Academy Photo
IMG Academy
Gr: 6-12 | 1,351 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 16
5500 34th Street West
Bradenton, FL 34210
(800) 872-6425
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Oak Hall School Photo
Oak Hall School
Gr: PK-12 | 989 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 36
1700 SW 75th Street
Gainesville, FL 32607
(352) 332-3609
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Palmer Trinity School Photo
Palmer Trinity School
Gr: 6-12 | 805 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 38
Episcopal
8001 SW 184th Street
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 251-2230
(1)
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Episcopal School of Jacksonville Photo
Episcopal School of Jacksonville
Gr: NS-12 | 1,252 students
Sports: 19
Episcopal
4455 Atlantic Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32207
(904) 396-5751
(6)
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Gulliver Preparatory School Photo
Gulliver Preparatory School
Gr: PK-12 | 2,232 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 32
6575 North Kendall Drive
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 666-6333
(2)
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Jacksonville Country Day School Photo
Jacksonville Country Day School
Gr: PK-5
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 18
10063 Baymeadows Road
Jacksonville, FL 32256
(904) 641-6644
(15)
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Lake Mary Preparatory School Photo
Lake Mary Preparatory School
Gr: PK-12 | 486 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 9
650 Rantoul Lane
Lake Mary, FL 32746
(407) 805-0095
(3)
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Maclay School Photo
Maclay School
Gr: NS-12 | 1,045 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 5
3737 N Meridian Rd
Tallahassee, FL 32312
(850) 893-2138
(5)
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Map of Out Of Door Academy
Out Of Door Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 841 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 14
5950 Deer Drive
Sarasota, FL 34240
(941) 349-3223
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St. Marys Episcopal Day School Photo
St. Marys Episcopal Day School
Gr: PK-8 | 468 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 23
Episcopal
2101 S Hubert Avenue
Tampa, FL 33629
(813) 258-5508
(9)
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Saint Pauls School Photo
Saint Pauls School
Gr: NS-8 | 425 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 52
Episcopal
1600 St. Paul's Drive
Clearwater, FL 33764
(727) 536-2756
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Shorecrest Preparatory School Photo
Shorecrest Preparatory School
Gr: PK-12 | 1,039 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 41
5101 1st Street NE
Saint Petersburg, FL 33703
(727) 522-2111
(6)
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The Village School Of Naples Photo
The Village School Of Naples
Gr: PK-12 | 648 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 26
Methodist
6000 Goodlette-Frank Rd N
Naples, FL 34109
(239) 325-2123
(3)
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Windermere Preparatory School Photo
Windermere Preparatory School
Gr: PK-12 | 1,604 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 16
6189 Winter Garden-Vineland Rd
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 905-7737
(1)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in Florida?
The top ranked private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in Florida include IMG Academy, Shorecrest Preparatory School, and Oak Hall School.
How many private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) are located in Florida?
15 private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) are located in Florida.
How much do private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) cost in Florida?
The average tuition cost is $27,272, which is higher than the Florida private school average tuition cost of $13,829.
How diverse are private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in Florida?
Florida private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) are approximately 27% minority students, which is lower than the Florida private school average of 48%.
What percentage of private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) are religiously affiliated in Florida?
40% of private schools belonging to Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) in Florida are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal and Christian).
15
Private Schools
14,685
Students
$27,272
Avg. Tuition
27%
Students of Color
8:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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