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Best Northwest Tampa Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 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 St. Lawrence Catholic School and Tampa Preparatory School.
The average acceptance rate is 60%, which is lower than the Florida private school average acceptance rate of 80%.
67% of private schools in Northwest Tampa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top-Ranked Northwest Tampa Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Lawrence Catholic School
(Catholic)
5223 N Himes Ave
Tampa, FL 33614
(813) 879-5090
Gr: PK-8 | 509 students Avg. class size: 25 students
727 W Cass St
Tampa, FL 33606
(813) 251-8481
Gr: 6-12 | 710 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 38 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Anointed Word Academy
(Christian)
1709 W Saint Joseph St
Tampa, FL 33607
(813) 254-5271
Gr: K-6 | 50 students

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 St. Lawrence Catholic School and Tampa Preparatory 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 Catholic and Christian).

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