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Jesuit High School

4701 N Himes Avenue
Tampa, FL 33614

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Tel: (813) 877-5344

www.jesuittampa.org

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Jesuit High School, following the 475-year-old tradition of Jesuit education, encourages excellence in all areas of school life - academic, spiritual, and extra-curricular. Jesuit High School, in its mission as a Catholic, Jesuit, college preparatory school, labors to form men engaged in the world who are dedicated to serving God by being open to growth, intellectually competent, religious, loving, and just.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked FL School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 872 students
Yearly Tuition: $23,920
Average class size: 19 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 12
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Jesuit High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Jesuit Secondary Education Association (JSEA)
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Cognia

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Year Founded

1899

Colors

White, Blue

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Campus Size

40 acres (160,000 m2)

Student Body

Total Students

872 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

39%

State avg.: 47%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

94 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

94%

Average Class Size

19 students

Number of AP/Advanced Courses

29 courses

Average SAT score

1307

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Dec. 12

Yearly Tuition Cost

$23,920

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Tuition Notes

Step Up for Students School Choice Awards Accepted

Admissions Director

Mr. Steve Matesich

Sports

Total Sports Offered

16 sports

Sports

Track and FieldWrestling

School Notes

School Mascot: Tigers

JesuitHigh School, following the 475-year-old tradition of Jesuit education, encourages excellence in all areas of school life - academic, spiritual, and extra-curricular. Jesuit High School, in its mission as a Catholic, Jesuit, college preparatory school, labors to form men engaged in the world who are dedicated to serving God by being open to growth, intellectually competent, religious, loving, and just.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Jesuit High School cost?

Jesuit High School's tuition is approximately $23,920 for private students.

What sports does Jesuit High School offer?

Jesuit High School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Crew, Cross Country, Diving, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Wrestling. Jesuit High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Florida for most sports offered.

What is Jesuit High School's ranking?

Jesuit High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Jesuit High School?

The application deadline for Jesuit High School is Dec. 12.

In what neighborhood is Jesuit High School located?

Jesuit High School is located in the Plaza Terrace neighborhood of Tampa, FL.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked FL School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 872 students
Yearly Tuition: $23,920
Average class size: 19 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 12
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Tampa, FL is $13,038 for elementary schools and $14,169 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Tampa, FL is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).