2022 Best High Schools in the Tampa Area

Berkeley Preparatory School

• Private School
• TAMPA, FL
• PK, K-12
• Rating 4.24 out of 5  88 reviews

Parent: Berkeley is a great school. Lots of amazing teachers who really care about their students academic growth and well being. Children are challenged with an exciting, broad curriculum that prepares them well for high school. Middle schoolers get to try as many sports as they want. High school students are offered a good number of courses with levels giving everyone a chance to be challenged and succeed . There is a myriad of Extracurricular activities and the school is generally open to students interests, so if they are interested in a club that does not exist they will likely be able to form one. The investment in and quality of high school sports varies depending on sport, so there is room for improvement there. The arts program is very good. I have been impressed by their theater performances. I am happy we made the decision to have our kids at Berkeley...Read 88 Reviews

• grade A+

• 1,401 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Shorecrest Preparatory School

• Private School
• ST. PETERSBURG, FL
• PK, K-12
• Rating 4.08 out of 5  63 reviews

Senior: I've loved my time at Shorecrest! The faculty is outstanding and I have a plethora of opportunities. I am very involved in the musical theater program and in some of the many clubs offered. There's a great sense of community, and there's a college counciling office that helps us with the college application process...Read 63 Reviews

• grade A+

• 1,019 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Tampa Preparatory School

• Private School
• TAMPA, FL
• 6-12
• Rating 4.57 out of 5  63 reviews

Parent: Tampa Prep offers the absolute best school experience! The administration is wonderful, led by Kevin Plummer, whose enthusiasm for and love of education comes shining through everything he does and everything he says. When he walks the halls, he knows every kid by name; he knows what instrument they play in band, what sport they're involved in after school and if they love robotics. The teachers truly seem to LOVE their jobs and love coming to work. They are always available to parents and to kids. And, the kids themselves, I just cannot say enough good things about. The school is filled with the nicest, kindest, happiest kids. Tampa Prep really prioritizes admitting kids that fit in with their culture of being kind and inclusive. Kids are taught to just be themselves and everybody is accepted; and all talents are celebrated. The school also emphasizes kids taking responsibility and learning life skills, and not allowing parents to "take over" which is really refreshing...Read 63 Reviews

• grade A+

• 704 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Carrollwood Day School

• Private School
• TAMPA, FL
• PK, K-12
• Rating 4.32 out of 5  98 reviews

Middle School Student: I have been attending Carrollwood Day School for the majority of my life, and I can confidently say that there is no better environment than CDS. All of the teachers genuinely care about you and push you to succeed in and out of the classroom. Since CDS is an IB school, class sizes are small (no more than 18 students), enriching, and truly prepare you for college. CDS also offers a wide array of sports and has a strong arts program offered at every grade level, with music, theater, and visual art options for electives. Recently, CDS built a brand-new athletic complex and gymnasium accompanied by a weight room, and a new building is being built at the moment, expanding the Middle School/Upper School campus. The faculty and staff at CDS are incredibly welcoming and kind; once I forgot my lunch in the car and when a teacher noticed, they didn't hesitate to buy me a lunch from FLIK (our dining service). Overall, I strongly recommend Carrollwood Day School for any family looking to enroll!...Read 98 Reviews

• grade A+

• 1,060 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Academy of the Holy Names

• Private School
• TAMPA, FL
• PK, K-12
• Rating 4.3 out of 5  117 reviews

Parent: We moved to Tampa during the summer and enrolled our daughters in the high school about three weeks before school started. We found Admissions, the Guidance counselors and all of the school staff to be super accommodating, friendly, and helpful. The school is amazing; the facilities, the programs, the teachers and administration are all incredible. The college counseling is head and shoulders above other schools. We are so happy to have found this school and this community. Our daughters LOVE going to school every day. This place is a gem!...Read 117 Reviews

• grade A+

• 964 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Academy at the Lakes

• Private School
• LAND O LAKES, FL
• PK, K-12
• Rating 3.9 out of 5  20 reviews

Alum: Academy is a great learning environment for all ages, providing both a rigorous curriculum and a supportive community of peers and teachers. This school is a unique blend of athletics, performing arts, and academics, with a blend of different people from all types of backgrounds. I have made many lifelong friends and established network relationships, thanks to academy...Read 20 Reviews

• grade A+

• 457 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Jesuit High School

• Private School
• TAMPA, FL
• 9-12
• Rating 4.5 out of 5  119 reviews

Parent: Jesuit provides a quality education in a supportive environment. I have been impressed with the level of academic rigor and high expectations. My son chose to go here over our zoned (highly-respected) public high school and while skeptical at first, it has been an amazing experience for him. We are not Catholic but my son has navigated that well and even enjoys the mandatory religion class he takes each year. His class is more diverse than our public school would have been and the school does a good job of fundraising for scholarships so students from different backgrounds can attend. My son’s teachers are consistently available and more than willing to help when asked. The school has a great peer tutoring program that has helped my son when he has struggled with a class. The school routinely graduates many kids to the top universities in the country. My son has become more well-rounded, hard-working, and thoughtful after attending Jesuit. Well worth every penny!...Read 119 Reviews

• grade A+

• 775 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Petersburg Collegiate High School

• Pinellas County Schools, FL
• 10-12
• Rating 4.3 out of 5  308 reviews

Senior: If you have a career goal in mind and want the best guide to the best college for you, then collegiate high school is the place to be. The professors are always willing to help and they offer the best classes. The guidance counselors are there for you 100% and will provide guidance in anything you need. Everyone is so friendly and they always put their students first!...Read 308 Reviews

• grade A+

• 231 Students
• 46:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Plant High School

• Hillsborough County Public Schools, FL
• 9-12
• Rating 3.95 out of 5  452 reviews

Junior: I have loved the community at Plant. The friday night football games in the Fall are just one of the epic opportunities to hang with friends and attend school events. I have lived going to soccer games, swim meets and basketball games too! All of my teachers have genuinely cared about my future and my successes. I have found many opportunities to serve others and be involved with my faith, my hobbies, and with sports!...Read 452 Reviews

• grade A+

• 2,543 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Strawberry Crest High School

• Hillsborough County Public Schools, FL
• 9-12
• Rating 4 out of 5  592 reviews

Senior: Strawberry Crest truly creates a culture of excellence. Not only do students excel in the classroom, with a variety of options including the IB program or AP classes as well as the culinary or firefighting program, the administration and teachers truly care about the students. Moreover, the opportunities for involvement are wonderful. I have taken leadership roles in Student Government and Dance Marathon to continue to cultivate our collaborative and success-oriented culture, and truly cannot think of a better high school experience. Once a Charger, always a Charger!...Read 592 Reviews

• grade A+

• 2,313 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Steinbrenner High School

• Hillsborough County Public Schools, FL
• 9-12
• Rating 3.95 out of 5  553 reviews

Senior: Teachers care about their students and is a pretty good school, I feel that it is a place where you can find yourself and get easily involved in any extracurricular activities due to the huge amount of options that they have, there's a lot of good classes for students who want to improve on their reading skills and their college careers. Everyone improves their knowledge at Steinbrenner, it is a pleasure to be a Warrior and be part of this amazing community!...Read 553 Reviews

• grade A

• 2,536 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Admiral Farragut Academy

• Private School
• ST. PETERSBURG, FL
• K-12
• Rating 4.3 out of 5  50 reviews

Parent: Our daughter enrolled for 2nd grade this academic year of 2021/2022 and we have seen tremendous results in just her first two weeks! The administrators and faculty actually care, deeply about the success of each and every student that they engage with. The sprawling campus is absolutely beautiful and filled with a diverse range of opportunities for extracurricular activities, interests and athletics. We also love the international reach of the student body. They really are "developing global leaders" as they say!...Read 50 Reviews

• grade A

• 506 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Canterbury School of Florida

• Private School
• ST. PETERSBURG, FL
• PK, K-12
• Rating 3.94 out of 5  80 reviews

Parent: We knew we wanted a environment that fostered more of a individualized education. We found that and so much more at Canterbury School of Florida! Excellent academics, incredible college preparation, teachers who know your child well beyond just their name and grades. The small class sizes allow the teachers to give more individualized attention while having open, ongoing communication with the parents. Class trips focus on self reflection while team building at the same time. The skills learned prepare them for after graduation. And then there is the athletics! The athletic department focuses on character development, a we is greater than me mentality, all while developing the skills needed to play at a state championship level. All of this while having fun! Canterbury has opened up doors for my children in academics and athletics that we could not imagine even existed. Our gratitude to Canterbury School of Florida is beyond measure...Read 80 Reviews

• grade A

• 475 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Sickles High School

• Hillsborough County Public Schools, FL
• 9-12
• Rating 3.9 out of 5  551 reviews

Senior: The staff at Sickles is amazing. Most of the teachers are super welcoming, they care about their students, and you can tell that they love what they do. There's always someone to talk to during difficult times, and their assistance in helping students transition from high school to college is outstanding. Not only is academic growth nurtured at the school, but the staff also encourages social interaction with various clubs and student events. Even with e-learning, Sickles did everything in their power to make sure every student was prepared and supported, regardless of outside circumstances. The only thing I would change about the school is the physical environment. At times, our bathrooms went without paper towels or soap, and some students were seen littering. But these issues are fixable, and I know Sickles will prioritize items that students care about!...Read 551 Reviews

• grade A

• 2,452 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

American Youth Academy

• Private School
• TAMPA, FL
• PK, K-12
• Rating 3.97 out of 5  36 reviews

Parent: All 3 of my children have attended AYA from the start, 2 have graduated with honors and are now in college, both were in IB. Both achieved high SAT scores and received scholarships. The 3rd one is on his way to doing the same as his siblings. AYA have come a long way since the days when my children started at this school, it's a complete turn around and with the new campus almost finished, the future looks much brighter...Read 36 Reviews

• grade A

• 718 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Paideia Classical Christian School

• Private School
• TAMPA, FL
• K-12
• Rating 5 out of 5  8 reviews

Parent: Both of my girls graduated from Paideia, and my wife and I wouldn’t trade their Paideia education for anything. They were given their own copy of the Great Books of the Western World as high school sophomores and used them as textbooks in high school. They learned how to think logically, argue persuasively, think critically, and write well. They were so well prepared for college that it came easy to them. Most importantly, they learned how to love Christ at a deeper level from teachers who loved them. And the Shakespeare plays are great!...Read 8 Reviews

• grade A

• 95 Students
• 4:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Palm Harbor University High School

• Pinellas County Schools, FL
• 9-12
• Rating 3.97 out of 5  840 reviews

Senior: PHUHS was an amazing school! I was in the Medical Program which was apart of the Center for Wellness and Medical Professions. This was an amazing program to ready me for what I wanted to do in life which is become a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. Palm Harbor University also prepared me for all things in the real world. This school taught me responsibility, time management, and different ways to balance all extra curricular activities along with all my school work. The one thing I would love to see change is the diversity. This is a predominately white area meaning this is a predominantly white school. I understand that most programs at this school are lottery based so maybe the problem lies in that system but every school needs diversity and that’s definitely where this school lacks. All in all, I wouldn’t change schools for anything!...Read 840 Reviews

• grade A

• 2,494 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate High School

• Hillsborough County Public Schools, FL
• 9-12
• Rating 4.03 out of 5  268 reviews

Senior: I was lucky enough to know Brooks Debartolo really well as my brother had gone there for 4 years before I attended. I knew I was walking into an excellent school with teachers and administrators who always go above and beyond to help their students achieve their goals!...Being a smaller charter school (only 600 students) is really beneficial as you are not just a number but a person each teacher cares about!I played softball at the school and had other friends participate in other athletic programs and the great thing about being a smaller school is the opportunity to actively participate and not just be a number on the team...If you appreciate a smaller school, with faculty who truly care about you and your future, there isn't a better institution with a higher rating that Brooks Debartolo!Read 268 Reviews

• grade A

• 613 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Universal Academy of Florida

• Private School
• TAMPA, FL
• PK, K-12
• Rating 3.88 out of 5  80 reviews

Senior: Overall, being a religious and small school containing only about 600-800 people it is very diverse. All races are welcome and common here within this lovely school. Although it contains a small amount of students, it is very large and contains newly installed facilities. This being a college preparatory school, has its standards. Thus, this school being an A school, the teachers here are very welcoming and teach in multiple different ways. Insuring that the student is capable in understanding the subject in any way possible. As well as, the sports program being excellent with daily practices and all types of sports being added every year! Lastly, the food being very traditional and made the day before. Thus insuring it being fresh and ready for consumption! It is also a tradition for Pizza to be sold in our cafeteria every Wednesday...Read 80 Reviews

• grade A

• 738 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Tampa Catholic High School

• Private School
• TAMPA, FL
• 9-12
• Rating 3.91 out of 5  152 reviews

Senior: I began my journey at Tampa Catholic High School when I was a freshman. I was originally planning on moving outside of Tampa, but things changed last minute and I ended up at TC. I didn’t know it at the time but that would be one of the best things to happen to. Through TC I have met my best friends and I say with full confidence that they will be my best friends for many years to come. I’ve also been able to travel. Sophomore spring break was the best experience I have ever had. Anyone that took Spanish that year could go to Spain! Of course me and my friends went and it was an unbelievable experience. The small classes can sometimes be intimidating but it’s great because you get that one on one time with your teacher if you need it and I truly believe that they care about each student they teach. I’m currently a senior and graduate in May. I never thought I would say this but I really am going to miss going to school but I will take everything I learned with me...Read 152 Reviews

• grade A

• 715 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Calvary Christian High School

• Private School
• CLEARWATER, FL
• 9-12
• Rating 4.21 out of 5  173 reviews

Parent: I can't say enough wonderful things about our experience at Calvary Christian High School. My daughter will be graduating this spring and will be attending either Liberty University Honors Program or Baylor University in the fall. CCHS, through its amazing teachers and staff has prepared my daughter both spiritually and academically for this big next step. One of my daughter's primary reason for attending CCHS was the importance to her of having teachers she could connect with and learn from not only in terms of academics but life lessons. CCHS has far exceeded our expectations!...Read 173 Reviews

• grade A

• 750 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School

• Private School
• SPRING HILL, FL
• 9-12
• Rating 4.51 out of 5  97 reviews

• grade A

• 350 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Petersburg Catholic High School

• Private School
• ST PETERSBURG, FL
• 9-12
• Rating 4.14 out of 5  81 reviews

Parent: I love St Pete Catholic High School! The best decision my husband and I made was to send our son to school here. Our son has thrived. He is receiving a fantastic education in addition to making the best of friends, participating in sports and other activities. He looks forward to going to school every day. Even in these trying times of the coronavirus, St Pete Catholic is doing their best to make things as normal as possible for their students. Being in a faith filled school is so wonderful. The teachers, and all the staff are great...Read 81 Reviews

• grade A

• 380 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Genesis Preparatory School

• Private School
• NEW PORT RICHEY, FL
• 6-12
• Rating 3.67 out of 5  3 reviews

• grade A

• 64 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Seffner Christian Academy

• Private School
• SEFFNER, FL
• PK, K-12
• Rating 4.03 out of 5  86 reviews

Senior: Overall, my time at Seffner Christian Academy has been well spent. The environment of the school is perfect for the academic, athlete, and artist, and the culture there is incomparable. The school’s primary focus is stated outright to incoming students and faculty and is repeated often by the administration; it helps to remind everyone that we are a united front in everything we do. I can’t imagine a better place to be!...Read 86 Reviews

• grade A

• 743 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio