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St. Raphael Catholic School

5.00 (1 review)
1376 Snell Isle Blvd Ne Saint Petersburg, FL 33704
Tel: (727) 821-9663
straphaelschool.net

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 176 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,345
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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About the School

  • Mission Statement: Christ is the cornerstone of St. Raphael Catholic School, where we empower all to strive for academic excellence, provide faith-filled service to others, reflect Catholic values, and become responsible leaders of the Church and community.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 176 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,345
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
School History
Oldest founding date

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeSt. Raphael Catholic School
Pre-K19
Kind25
125
220
321
411
510
612
721
812
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ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1964

Student Body

Total Students
176 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 48%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other religious school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,345
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Tuition Notes
We accept the FES-EO/FTC and FES-UA scholarships.
Admissions Director
Cheryl Matala
Admissions Associate
Shawn Tawil
Application URL
Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
BasketballFlag Football
GolfTennis
Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Boy ScoutsGirl Scouts


Arts and Music Programs:
Choir


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cheerleading

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Raphael Catholic School cost?
St. Raphael Catholic School's tuition is approximately $10,345 for private students.
What schools are St. Raphael Catholic School often compared to?
St. Raphael Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Holy Family Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Raphael Catholic School offer?
St. Raphael Catholic School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Golf, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Raphael Catholic School's ranking?
St. Raphael Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Raphael Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Raphael Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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