Tampa Bay International School in Saint Petersburg, FL, serves 26 students in grades kindergarten through 6 in a city–based, coeducational setting with a Jewish orientation.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 4:1, supported by 6 teachers, allowing for small class sizes.
Approximately 38% of the student body represents diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.
The school offers elementary education with a special program emphasis within a small city community environment.
Tampa Bay International School is one of several private elementary options in the Saint Petersburg area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Student Body
Total Students
26 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Tampa Bay International School?
The application deadline for Tampa Bay International School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 11/7/2025
I am deeply grateful for Tampa Bay International School and the devoted educators who make it so special. Since joining TBIS, my son is thriving academically, emotionally, and socially. He's working well beyond his grade level in several subjects, his confidence has soared, and he comes home excited to share about his day. The teachers are incredibly caring, and the community is small, inclusive, and uplifting. What is happening at this school is truly extraordinary. I cannot recommend TBIS highly enough.
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