St. Martha Catholic School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked FL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 463 students
Yearly Tuition: $12,725
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 5
Source: ✓Verified school update

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School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Martha Catholic School
Pre-K	43
Kind	52
1	47
2	47
3	53
4	48
5	42
6	43
7	49
8	39

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1950

School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Fri. May 28, 2027

Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2011

School Motto

'Strength in Faith, Excellence in Knowledge'

Student Body

Total Students

463 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

12%

State avg.: 48%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

35 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

25%

Average Class Size

20 students

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Khaki or Navy shorts, pants, skorts and Polo shirts

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 5

Yearly Tuition Cost

$12,725

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Tuition Notes

Fees $1225 PreK $13000 Non-Catholic Rate $17725

% on Financial Aid

70%

Acceptance Rate

95%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Carolyn Ryan

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BasketballFlag Football

GolfSoccer

TennisVolleyball

Colors

Black Gold Blue

School Mascot

Knight

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

KNN NewsNational Junior Honor Society

Robotics

Arts and Music Programs:

ChoirDrama Productions

School Notes

St. Martha Catholic School offers challenging academics to students in Pre-K through 8th Grade.
In an effort to serve God and our community, students, staff and families of St. Martha Catholic School work together to maintain high academic standards, develop Christ-centered relationships, and provide stewardship to Sarasota and the surrounding areas.

St. Martha Catholic School offers challenging academics to students in Pre-K through 8th Grade. In an effort to serve God and our community, students, staff and families of St. Martha Catholic School work together to maintain high academic standards, develop Christ-centered relationships, and provide stewardship to Sarasota and the surrounding areas. St. Martha Catholic School students have consistently performed in the top 20% across the nation year after year. All teachers are certified in their subject areas with all early childhood classes having a full or part time aide.STREAM is an interdisciplinary, standards-based curriculum model that integrates Science, Technology, Religion, Engineering, The Arts, and Mathematics. From Pre-K through 8th Grade, the teachers at St. Martha Catholic School design units of study that challenge and empower students, creating an environment that encourages problem-solving, collaboration, student-led inquiry and hands-on projects. A science lab, vegetable garden, prayer garden, open fields, and the Zazarino Center serve as dynamic learning spaces. Our Catholic faith is woven through all subjects and grade levels, promoting a culture of innovation and ethical action. STREAM educates students for their future, makes learning relevant, and emphasizes interdisciplinary connections. St. Martha Catholic School is a leader in the integration of technology. Our classrooms are equipped with Active Boards and all students have access to 1:1 technology. Using both ipads and Chromebooks, students learn to use the many tools at their disposal to communicate and create. In addition, students use Ozobots, Dot & Dash Coding, Virtual Reality, 3-D Computer Printing, Codapillar, Tiggly, Ozmo, SmartGurlz, and many other tech tools to learn coding and apply their learning creatively through digital design.Our facility and campus were designed with safety and technology integration as priorities. Our Zazarino Center is an approximately 26,000 sq. ft., multi-faceted facility featuring a gymnasium, locker rooms, classrooms, concession area, performance stage, music room, community room, and physical education offices. We are conveniently located near Cardinal Mooney High School with easy access to Interstate 75. We are fully equipped with an elevator and other provisions for children/parents with special needs. Research by the US Dept. of Education, the National Catholic Educational Association and independent agencies show that: Catholic schools have a lower dropout rate than public and other private schools; 99% of Catholic high-school students graduate; 97% of Catholic students go on to some form of post-secondary education; Catholic school students nationwide perform better on three basic objectives of civic education (i.e. the capacity for community service, learning and using civic skills, and political/social tolerance); Catholic school students in Sarasota County have scored in the top 10 to 15% on Standardized Tests compared to other Catholic and private schools across the nation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Martha Catholic School cost?

St. Martha Catholic School's tuition is approximately $12,725 for private students.

What schools are St. Martha Catholic School often compared to?

St. Martha Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Incarnation Catholic School by visitors of our site.

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

The acceptance rate of St. Martha Catholic School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.

What sports does St. Martha Catholic School offer?

St. Martha Catholic School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.

What is St. Martha Catholic School's ranking?

St. Martha Catholic School 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. Martha Catholic School?

The application deadline for St. Martha Catholic School is Jan. 5.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Sarasota, FL is $16,370 for elementary schools and $18,436 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Sarasota, FL is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).