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St. Joseph Catholic School Tampa

2200 N Gomez Ave
Tampa, FL 33607

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Tel: (813) 879-7720

www.stjosephtampa.org

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St. Joseph School promotes academic excellence with an emphasis on faith development in an atmosphere of unconditional love.

Our mission is to instill the values and teachings of Jesus Christ in a positive, safe, and caring environment.

We strive to make those values part of our children's lives so that they may become active, contributing members of our society.

We encourage learning on all levels to help student realize their potential, yet recognize their own uniqueness.

Through the combined efforts of parents, teachers, parish volunteers, Salesian Sisters and Diocesan priests, our hope is that our students will be well equipped to meet the challenges that await them.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked FL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 284 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,890
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other religious school association(s)
National Association of Private Special Education Centers
National Association for the Education of Young Children
National Independent Private Schools Association

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1896

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Student Body

Total Students

284 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

98%

State avg.: 47%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

16 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

18:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,890

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Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Tony LaRussa, Major League Baseball Manager
- Lou Piniella, Major League Baseball Player and Manager
- Dave Magadan, Major League Baseball Player
- Tino Martinez, Major League Baseball Player

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Joseph Catholic School Tampa cost?

St. Joseph Catholic School Tampa's tuition is approximately $8,890 for private students.

Who are famous alumni from St. Joseph Catholic School Tampa?

St. Joseph Catholic School Tampa famous alumni include: Tony LaRussa, Major League Baseball Manager, Lou Piniella, Major League Baseball Player and Manager, Dave Magadan, Major League Baseball Player and Tino Martinez, Major League Baseball Player.

What is St. Joseph Catholic School Tampa's ranking?

St. Joseph Catholic School Tampa ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Catholic School Tampa?

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

In what neighborhood is St. Joseph Catholic School Tampa located?

St. Joseph Catholic School Tampa is located in the Northeast MacFarlane neighborhood of Tampa, FL.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked FL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 284 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,890
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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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).