St. Cecelia Catholic School (Top Ranked Private School for 2025-26)

1350 Court St
Clearwater, FL 33756

St. Cecelia Catholic School Photo #1 - St. Cecelia Interparochial Catholic School (SCS) offers an academically challenging and globally minded interdisciplinary education to children in PreK-3 through 8th grade. Through our International Baccalaureate programmes, we provide the tools, develop character and teach skills that prepare our students to thrive in high school, college and beyond.

St. Cecelia Catholic School Photo #2 - Saint Cecelia Interparochial School celebrates the uniqueness of each person as a child of God while we proclaim the Gospel message, pray together, build community, and serve others. We encourage students to open their hearts to God, their minds to learning, and their talents to service.

St. Cecelia Catholic School Photo #3 - Saint Cecelia Interparochial School is a National Blue Ribbon Award Winning School offering exceptional education in grades PK-3 through 8th grade.

St. Cecelia Catholic School Photo #4 - We offer competitive sports for both boys and girls in grades 5 through 8.

St. Cecelia Catholic School Photo #5 - Students in grades Kindergarten through 8th grade can participate in our drama club performing two musicals/plays per year.

St. Cecelia Catholic School Photo #6 - St. Cecelia Interparochial Catholic School is diligently working to ensure our students have critical skills for success. We are very fortunate to have technology integrated in all of our classes from PreK-3 to 8th grade.

St. Cecelia Interparochial Catholic School (SCS) is a two-time recipient of the prestigious Blue Ribbon Award in both 2020 and 2010. Blue Ribbon is the highest award that a school can receive for academic excellence by the Department of Education. SCS is also Pinellas County's only private school to offer the International Baccalaureate Programme (IB) to students in grades PreK-3 through 8th grade. Through the IB Programme we provide tools, develop character and teach skills that prepare students to thrive in high school, college and beyond. We remain steadfast in our commitment to our students' educational and personal success and to the betterment of our local and global communities.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

Top Ranked FL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 474 students
Yearly Tuition: $9,940
Acceptance rate: 80%
Average class size: 23 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Cecelia Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
National Council for Private School Accreditation

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1948

School Calendar

View School Calendar

Last Day of School

Thu. May 28, 2026

Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2020

Campus Size

11 acres

Student Body

Total Students

474 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

22%

State avg.: 47%

Students by Grade

St. Cecelia Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

33 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

70%

Average Class Size

23 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Jumpers, skorts, shorts,pants,polos,fleece

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$9,940

View national tuition avg.

Tuition Notes

2 tuition rates from 9940 to 12772

Acceptance Rate

80%

National avg.: 81%

Admissions Director

Maryanne Del Monte

Admissions Associate

Bridget Burke

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

7 sports

Sports

CheeringDance

Flag FootballSoccer

SoftballTrack and Field

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

24 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Altar ServersBattle of the Books

CantorsChess Club

Dance ClassesDrama Club

National Junior Honor Society (NJHS)Reveille

Robotics ClubRobotics Team

Safety PatrolScience Fair

Soccer Happy FeetStudent Ambassadors

Student Council

Arts and Music Programs:

ArtChoir

Recreational Athletic Programs:

BasketballCheerleading

Competitive SportsFlag Football

SoccerTrack and Field

Volleyball

School Notes

School Motto: 'Hearts to God, Minds to Learning, Talents to Service'
School Mascot: Crusader

St. Cecelia Interparochial Catholic School celebrates the uniqueness of each person as a child of God while we proclaim the Gospel message, pray together, build community, and serve others. We encourage students to open their hearts to God, their minds to learning, and their talents to service. We affirm that a strong spiritual formation based on the traditions and values of the Catholic Church and an excellent academic foundation will prepare our students to be responsible and effective members of the world community.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- George M. Steinbrenner IV '11 - President & CEO, Steinbrenner RacingFounder, George 4 Foundation
- Joe Belfiore - Joe Belfiore is an American business executive who has held various roles at Microsoft since August 1990, mostly in the field of user experience. He is currently the Corporate Vice President in the Experiences and Devices division of Microsoft.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Cecelia Catholic School cost?

St. Cecelia Catholic School's tuition is approximately $9,940 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Cecelia Catholic School?

The acceptance rate of St. Cecelia Catholic School is 80%, which is equal to the national average of 80%.

Who are famous alumni from St. Cecelia Catholic School?

St. Cecelia Catholic School famous alumni include: George M. Steinbrenner IV '11 and Joe Belfiore.

What sports does St. Cecelia Catholic School offer?

St. Cecelia Catholic School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Cheering, Dance, Flag Football, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is St. Cecelia Catholic School's ranking?

St. Cecelia Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Cecelia Catholic School?

The application deadline for St. Cecelia Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Cecelia Catholic School located?

St. Cecelia Catholic School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Clearwater, FL. There are 2 other private schools located in Downtown.

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