Tampa Catholic High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked FL School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 728 students
Yearly Tuition: $14,000
Acceptance rate: 99%
Average class size: 24 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Tampa Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Tampa Catholic High School
9	193
10	178
11	176
12	181

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1962

Colors

White, Green

School Calendar

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Campus Size

40 acres

Student Body

Total Students

728 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

61%

State avg.: 48%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

52 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

60%

Average Class Size

24 students

Number of AP Courses

16 courses

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$14,000

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Acceptance Rate

99%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Sherry Copestick

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

16 sports

Sports

Track and FieldVolleyball

School Notes

Tampa Catholic High School is a ministry of the Diocese of St. Petersburg entrusted to dedicated religious and laity.
The young men and women in our care represent the diversity of the communities we serve.
As educators in a Catholic environment, we nurture academic, spiritual, and personal growth while promoting life-long learning and commitment to service and justice.
Inspired by the Gospel and animated by the charism of Blessed Edmund Rice, founder of the Christian Brothers, our mission celebrates the value and dignity of each person.
The ultimate goal of the Tampa Catholic High School community is the development of the whole person with Christ as the model and His Spirit as the source of strength.
Our school exists to carry out the threefold purpose of Catholic education- To teach as Jesus did: teaching the Message of God as revealed in Christ and through His Church; building community through fellowship in the life of the Holy Spirit; and providing opportunities for service to the entire human community - witnessing the Christian way of life.

School Mascot: Crusaders

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Tampa Catholic High School cost?

Tampa Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $14,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Tampa Catholic High School?

The acceptance rate of Tampa Catholic High School is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.

What sports does Tampa Catholic High School offer?

Tampa Catholic High School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Tampa Catholic High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Florida for most sports offered.

What is Tampa Catholic High School's ranking?

Tampa Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Tampa Catholic High School?

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

In what neighborhood is Tampa Catholic High School located?

Tampa Catholic High School is located in the Wellswood neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 2 other private schools located in Wellswood.

School Reviews

5 2/3/2022

I am so glad my son is enrolled in Tampa Catholic High School. He absolutely loves going to this school, even though it is a bit far from our home. He talks about how good this school is with his cousins and community friends and is continuously motivated to learn. He loves being in sports, and this school offers the best athletic programs in the area. The academic metrics and standards are high, and I see my child learning new knowledge and thriving every day. Thank you, teachers and coaches, for being awesome and caring towards the development and growth of my teen.

- Posted by Parent - Norma

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Tampa, FL is $13,068 for elementary schools and $14,169 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Tampa, FL is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).