St. Jude Cathedral School creates a Christian environment, that nurtures and challenges individuals to realize their highest spiritual and academic potential.
St. Jude Cathedral School believes that Catholic education focuses on learning and living our faith; all children have God given talents and the potential to learn; in challenging each student to reach the fullness of his/her academic potential; and a strong faith foundation encourages students to be responsible and active members of their communities.
Our curriculum is the four-fold purpose of Catholic education: to teach doctrine, to build community, to foster service and to pray and worship.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked FL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,000
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Jude Cathedral School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
390 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
47%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
School Notes
- School Motto: The Cathedral School of St. Jude fosters a Catholic environment that nurtures and challenges individuals to realize their highest spiritual, academic, physical, and emotional potential.
- St. Jude Cathedral School creates a Christian environment, that nurtures and challenges individuals to realize their highest spiritual and academic potential.
- St. Jude Cathedral School believes that Catholic education focuses on learning and living our faith; all children have God given talents and the potential to learn; in challenging each student to reach the fullness of his/her academic potential; and a strong faith foundation encourages students to be responsible and active members of their communities.
- Our curriculum is the four-fold purpose of Catholic education: to teach doctrine, to build community, to foster service and to pray and worship.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Jude Cathedral School cost?
St. Jude Cathedral School's tuition is approximately $9,000 for private students.
What is St. Jude Cathedral School's ranking?
St. Jude Cathedral School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Jude Cathedral School?
The application deadline for St. Jude Cathedral School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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