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Best Northwest Tampa Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 1,269 students in the neighborhood of Northwest Tampa, Tampa, FL.
The top ranked private schools in Northwest Tampa include Tampa Preparatory School and St. Lawrence Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 60%, which is lower than the Florida private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
67% of private schools in Northwest Tampa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked Northwest Tampa Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of St. Lawrence Catholic School
St. Lawrence Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 509 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Catholic
5223 N Himes Ave
Tampa, FL 33614
(813) 879-5090
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Tampa Preparatory School Photo
Tampa Preparatory School
Gr: 6-12 | 710 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 38
727 W Cass St
Tampa, FL 33606
(813) 251-8481
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Map of Anointed Word Academy
Anointed Word Academy
Gr: K-6 | 50 students
Christian
1709 W Saint Joseph St
Tampa, FL 33607
(813) 254-5271
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Northwest Tampa, Tampa, FL?
The top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Northwest Tampa, Tampa, FL include Tampa Preparatory School and St. Lawrence Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in the neighborhood of Northwest Tampa, Tampa?
3 private schools are located in the neighborhood of Northwest Tampa, Tampa.
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of Northwest Tampa, Tampa?
67% of private schools in the neighborhood of Northwest Tampa, Tampa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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