St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked FL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Disabilities

Year Founded

1964

Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2020

School Motto

The mission of St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic School is to form joyful learners rooted in the love of Christ, who grow in faith, pursue academic excellence, and serve others with generous hearts.

Student Body

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

97%

State avg.: 48%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

34 teachers

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

18 students

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

school.stamiami.org

Admissions Director

Mrs. Zanett Baldor-Lopez

Admissions Associate

Mrs. Lisa Figueredo (Principal

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

10 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

Flag FootballGolf

SoccerSoftball

Track and FieldVolleyball

Colors

Navy, Carolina Blue, White

School Mascot

Tornado

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

14 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Acolytes & LectorsArt Club

Bling ClubCooking Club

Crochet ClubDebate Club

Drama ClubFairchild Challenge

Friends of Jesus & MaryGardening Club

Robotics ClubSports Club

Arts and Music Programs:

Band and Strings ProgramChoir

School Notes

Our academic program is designed to challenge, support, and inspire students from their earliest years through middle school. With a strong foundation in Catholic values, innovative STREAM integration, and high standards aligned to Florida BEST benchmarks, our students grow into confident thinkers and compassionate leaders who are prepared for the future.
Here at St. Thomas the Apostle, faith-based learning is at the heart of everything we do. Rooted in Catholic tradition, our approach intentionally integrates faith into every aspect of the school day, guiding students to grow not only academically, but spiritually as well. Through the study of Scripture, exploration of Catholic history, and daily opportunities for prayer and reflection, students develop a deeper understanding of their faith and its role in their lives. This foundation empowers them to lead with compassion, act with integrity, and live out Gospel values in all that they do.
At St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic School, athletics are more than competition-they are an extension of our mission to form the whole child.Through sports, our students learn discipline, teamwork, leadership, and perseverance, all while growing in faith and character. Guided by our coaches and rooted in Catholic values, our student-athletes are encouraged to use their God-given talents to glorify Him, support one another, and strive for excellence both on and off the field.
Our Performing Arts Program offers middle school students a dynamic and enriching experience where creativity, discipline, and faith come together. Students receive hands-on training in acting, movement, voice, stage presence, while developing confidence, collaboration skills, and a strong work ethic.

Welcome to St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic School.The mission of St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic School is to form joyful learners rooted in the love of Christ, who grow in faith, pursue academic excellence, and serve others with generous hearts.
Our school challenges students to grow as independent thinkers and responsible decision-makers, rooted in the fundamental principles of the Catholic faith. We encourage every child to recognize and develop their God-given gifts, appreciate their inherent dignity, and honor the uniqueness of others. Supported by our priests, administration, faculty, staff, and parents, students deepen their understanding of their responsibility to their community, their Church, and the world.
In partnership with parents, the primary educators of their children, St. Thomas the Apostle School fosters in students a profound knowledge, love, and lived practice of the Catholic Faith as revealed by God through His Church. We strive to inspire a mature, authentic response to that faith, expressed through daily actions, sacramental life, service, and moral leadership. This response naturally extends into the wider parish, neighborhood, and global community.
Through comprehensive educational programs, we promote the holistic formation of each student-spiritually, intellectually, psychologically, socially, physically, and aesthetically. Our commitment to an integrated STREAM curriculum ensures that all academic disciplines work together to enrich learning, encourage creativity, and promote problem-solving grounded in Catholic values.
At St. Thomas the Apostle School, students learn that love is the driving force behind every Christian's pursuit of peace, justice, and service. Through organized service opportunities and community engagement, students are guided to use their talents not only for personal growth but for the good of all. In doing so, they grow into individuals who seek human flourishing and aspire to share eternal life with God.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School offer?

St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School's ranking?

St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic School?

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

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The average private school tuition in Miami, FL is $18,478 for elementary schools and $19,667 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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