St. Joseph Catholic School Tampa

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 Stats (2025)

  • 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:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1896
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
284 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
St. Joseph Catholic School Tampa Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

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)

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: 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 Stats (2025)

  • 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 $12,617 for elementary schools and $13,613 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Tampa, FL is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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