2019 Best High Schools in the Tampa Area

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Berkeley Preparatory School
Private School
Tampa, FL
PK, K-12
72
#1 Best Private High Schools in Tampa Area
Junior: Berkeley Preparatory School has become one of the best things that has happened to me. I am so grateful to be able to go to a school with such care for the students, and their incredible strive for the students’ success. Each and every faculty member gets to know all of their students, which makes Berkeley a safe and welcoming environment—that many other schools cannot provide. I am very proud to call myself a Berkeley buccaneer, and I guarantee you will too!
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1,340 Students
9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Shorecrest Preparatory School
Private School
St. Petersburg, FL
PK, K-12
59
#2 Best Private High Schools in Tampa Area
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 59 Reviews
A+
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974 Students
10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Tampa Preparatory School
Private School
Tampa, FL
6-12
39
#3 Best Private High Schools in Tampa Area
Senior: I started at Tampa Prep my freshman year and I immediately knew that I had made the right decision. Now that I am a senior I can confidently say that everyone at this school is so accepting and supports what you want to do with your life. The school is also very accommodating to personal interests- they allow you to organize events, start clubs very easily, and even create new classes for you. Tampa Prep also has the best college counseling department you could ask for; supportive, realistic, kind, and always encouraging. I also feel that the classes I took have prepared me well for college. Overall I could not have had a better experience.
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A+
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616 Students
11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Rochambeau French International School
Private School
Bethesda, MD
PK, K-12
16
Parent: Our two children have attended Rochambeau for seven years. We have been quite pleased overall. Our children love school, their friends and have become responsible, organized, self motivated students.
Positives - Experienced, highly educated and accessible faculty, strength of the French curriculum combined with a strong English department offering a number of levels, after school clubs, numerous school sports teams, music and theatre options, diverse parent community. Most students who continue thru high school graduate fluent/proficient in three languages. Small classes compared to public schools. Fantastic school trips. Graduates receive both a US high school diploma and the French Bac. Many attend top US, French, Canadian and European universities/colleges.
Negatives: Faculty changes, not a "neighborhood" school (many students commute far), students work hard both at school and at home, may be too rigorous depending on your child.
Read 16 Reviews
A+
Overall Niche Grade
1,000 Students
13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Jesuit High School
Private School
Tampa, FL
9-12
108
#4 Best Private High Schools in Tampa Area
Sophomore: Jesuit high school is truly rigorous. The academics are truly second to none. No matter what level of class you partake in, whether it be a college prep, an honors, or even an AP class the intensity of the courses truly challenge all. The school’s facility and staff are of similar quality to that of a proper, prestigious college. I am currently a somphore and have been taught by two teachers whom have merited their doctorates in the field in which the profess. The recent developments of the campus have truly made it look similar to that of a college campus. Jesuit High School is without a doubt the supior high school in both the Tampa Bay Area as well as the entire state of Florida.
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A+
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775 Students
15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Academy at the Lakes
Private School
Land O Lakes, FL
PK, K-12
16
#5 Best Private High Schools in Tampa Area
Alum: Academy has grown significantly over the last 12 years since my graduation. Arts, science, technology, performing arts, math, literature, after school activities and clubs prepared me for college and beyond! This experience was outstanding and set me up for a bright and sucessful future.
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A+
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457 Students
8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Academy of the Holy Names
Private School
Tampa, FL
PK, K-12
99
#6 Best Private High Schools in Tampa Area
Parent: AHN has been absolutely fantastic for my daughter. We moved here from an excellent CO public school, but my daughter knew she wanted a smaller, more intimate HS experience w/ rigorous academics and an opportunity to participate in sports and clubs. She has been challenged in class, she has had opportunity to participate all four years (two seasons/year) in sports, and she's been in two clubs. Most importantly, her teachers, counselors, and friends have been incredibly supportive every step of the way. She respects her teachers, has trusting relationships with her counselors, and has made incredible, life-long friends. It's demanding, but it's been great.
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920 Students
11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Carrollwood Day School
Private School
Tampa, FL
PK, K-12
84
#7 Best Private High Schools in Tampa Area
Parent: Carrollwood Day School is an excellent school with a top level education that includes outstanding caring teachers, a challenging IB program, balanced activities and academics, and a strong influence on caring for others. My daughter is in 7th grade and started there in fifth grade, it is the best school she has been in during her entire education. The teachers will challenge the student while offering support and encouragement! The program is well rounded and my daughter is able to excel there while managing training for competitive tennis after school five days a week! Homework is balanced and being well rounded while academically successful is completely possible! The administration is wonderful and communicate with parents easily! My daughter loves her education and will be above and beyond prepared for college in a few years!
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A+
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1,084 Students
8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Plant High School
Hillsborough County Public Schools, FL
9-12
395
#1 Best Public High Schools in Tampa Area
Senior: It was a incredible experience! I truly believe Plant High School prepared me to excel in college. They surround you with teachers who truly care about your future and to teach you about the subject. Also, Plant High School has the best of the best students and you are always competing with them in education, sports, or art. I love my 4 years here and I wouldn’t trade it for anything. I have made so many connections with friends and teachers. I think Mr. Bush (principal) and the administrators are welcoming and trying to start a relationship with the students and help them in their lives too.In all honesty, I don’t think Plant should anything. There’s a reason why we are 1 in our county for education and sports. I will always bleed that black and gold (school’s colors). “PLANT PLANT PLANT”!
Read 395 Reviews
A+
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2,359 Students
19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School
Private School
Spring Hill, FL
9-12
61
#8 Best Private High Schools in Tampa Area
Parent: As a Father of Twin Daughters who needed to be challenged academically and socially, Bishop answered our pray with the most affordable solution in the North Tampa area. Unlike other Catholic High School(s) in the area, Bishop gives "advancement" credit to income students who exceptionally complete Florida Virtual High School (FLVS) classes. Consequently, my freshman daughters are taking Algebra II (Honors) and Chemistry (Honors) ahead of their peers. This allows them to take Advance Placement courses next year and ultimately make them extremely competitive for Exceptional Universities in 2021! I can't see my daughters in any other High School!
Read 61 Reviews
A+
Overall Niche Grade
320 Students
14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Clearwater Central Catholic High School
Private School
Clearwater, FL
9-12
55
#9 Best Private High Schools in Tampa Area
Parent: My son has taken a college preparatory program in a happy, safe environment. He is a senior now with amazing SAT scores applying to colleges all over the country. We are very happy with his high school education. Not only college prep, honors, AP classes and IB program, but art classes, loving teachers and a championship athletic program. Tight-knit group of educators and parents make for happy, healthy students. Would recommend this school to any faith. The school is a Catholic school, however all faiths are welcomed and encouraged. Some facilities are being re-vamped in the next year. Beautiful performing arts center.
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A+
Overall Niche Grade
540 Students
16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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The Canterbury School of Florida
Private School
St. Petersburg, FL
PK, K-12
62
#10 Best Private High Schools in Tampa Area
Parent: We are so glad we made the decision to send our oldest child to Canterbury! I knew from the first time I visited the school and the VP of Upper School came out to meet and greet me. My son started in the middle of the school year for his Sophomore year and the administration were quick to try and help him feel welcome. By the first week, he was already feeling comfortable. Since then he has thrived at the school and is involved in so many activities. When I come by the school, every teacher has to let me know that they think he is doing well. If I have any feedback they are very quick to make improvements, if needed. My son would have the exact same opinion of the school. By the time he is a Senior, I know he will have gained the right skills to move to the next step of college. His growth and ability to make decisions for himself have really been second to none. We are looking forward to this next step of schooling and him to attend the college of his choice.
Read 62 Reviews
A+
Overall Niche Grade
475 Students
7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Palm Harbor University High School
Pinellas County Schools, FL
9-12
739
#2 Best Public High Schools in Tampa Area
Senior: This is an amazing school that is organized and professional. All of the counselors and teachers are really nice and helpful in everything, from homework to college career planning. The classrooms and school campus are clean and well structured. Also, there are many clubs, organizations, and sports for anyone to join. Overall, the environment is comfortable and there are many ways to get involved, whether it be for college applications, resumes, or just for fun!
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2,508 Students
22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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St. Petersburg Collegiate High School
Pinellas County Schools, FL
10-12
278
#3 Best Public High Schools in Tampa Area
Senior: St. Petersburg Collegiate High School provides the great opportunity to graduate high school with your A.A. degree. On the high school side, the faculty invests their time in getting to know you, ensuring that you are passing, and teaching you life skills for post-graduation -- this is a major highlight of this school that is (from what I've noticed) absent from nearby public high schools. In the past two years, we learned proper professional attire/eating habits/greetings, how to craft a resume, leadership skills, and more.
On the college side, since all of your classes are college courses, you eventually learn how to interact with professors (about grades, assignments, etc.) and how to adapt to college coursework/expectations. You definitely cultivate independence and time management since all responsibilities are placed on you, the student (no direct parent communication allowed with the professors!). Transferring here has been my best major life decision!
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A+
Overall Niche Grade
234 Students
47:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Steinbrenner High School
Hillsborough County Public Schools, FL
9-12
471
#4 Best Public High Schools in Tampa Area
Parent: My son started Steinbrenner as a junior. Everyone thought this would be a tough transition and that he would never feel at home at Steinbrenner. Nothing could be more wrong. He has met some amazing, intelligent and friendly students, joined a very successful sports team and has thrived in general at Steinbrenner. The students welcomed him immediately, his teachers have been impressive, tough and supportive. The coaches (XC) are phenominal, supportive and all in for their team. He has definitely been more challenged academically than at his previous high school. The guidance office/counselors are available and have assisted our college prep. The parents have also welcomed our family and we have developed great relationships in just a year at this school. Given the choice, I wish we would've made our way to Steinbrenner sooner!
Read 471 Reviews
A
Overall Niche Grade
2,347 Students
20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Strawberry Crest High School
Hillsborough County Public Schools, FL
9-12
525
#5 Best Public High Schools in Tampa Area
Niche User: Strawberry Crest High School is a very competitive High School. You have to apply to the school and get accepted based on your academic grades and activities from your Middle School. SCHS offered Duel Enrollment to students that were excelling and could take the pressure of College. The thing that was special about this school was when you were accepted into the Community College near by while still enrolled into the High School, the classes you take at the college were free to you. The school would pay for the extra classes you are taking for college credit. Although if you did not want to duel enroll there were many Advanced Placement Classes to take to earn college credit. SCHS is a very impressive school and many people graduate High School with an Associates Degree. I would not change anything about the school, I would recommend it to anyone who wants to work hard and gain experience of the world.
Read 525 Reviews
A
Overall Niche Grade
2,319 Students
18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Universal Academy of Florida
Private School
Tampa, FL
PK, K-12
72
#11 Best Private High Schools in Tampa Area
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.
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A
Overall Niche Grade
644 Students
13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Admiral Farragut Academy
Private School
St. Petersburg, FL
PK, K-12
21
#12 Best Private High Schools in Tampa Area
Senior: Admiral Farragut Academy is one of the only schools with a diverse community. This private school gives a lot of opportunities to succeed in college. Admiral Farragut is a smaller school where teachers are able to teach one on one with every student. This school has also taught great leadership skills and discipline.
Read 21 Reviews
A
Overall Niche Grade
425 Students
11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Sickles High School
Hillsborough County Public Schools, FL
9-12
473
#6 Best Public High Schools in Tampa Area
Senior: Great learning enviorment! All the teachers do their best to help you succeed and reach your maximum potential. The past four years at this high school has really shaped me into the person I am today, All the administration has done their best to provide a safe learning enviorment and gone out of their way to build trusting relationships with the students.
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A
Overall Niche Grade
2,344 Students
22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Keswick Christian School
Private School
St. Petersburg, FL
PK, K-12
49
#13 Best Private High Schools in Tampa Area
Niche User: My grandsons are challenged, engaged in music,drama, languages and are expected to succeed. High expectations with caring!
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A
Overall Niche Grade
690 Students
11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Newsome High School
Hillsborough County Public Schools, FL
9-12
477
#7 Best Public High Schools in Tampa Area
Senior: I really like the standard Newsome High school upholds. As an A rated school, the faculty really try their best for the students to have a great educational experience. Some negatives are some of the recent rules put into place such as dress code policies. Other than a few minor inconvenient negatives, overall Newsome really is a great school, the education, the staff the area of the high school and the people make it a great environment!
Read 477 Reviews
A
Overall Niche Grade
2,706 Students
21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate High School
Hillsborough County Public Schools, FL
9-12
232
#8 Best Public High Schools in Tampa Area
Senior: Overall, I am gladly to report that Brooks Debartolo is an excellent school to send your child to. There is an amazing school culture, the teachers and administration staff care about your well being, physically, mentally, and emotionally, they are very open-minded about a lot of things, events, and situations, and they are very loving and caring, especially compared to other schools I have been to through my previous years as a student. However, I would like to see a change within our school grounds, because although we are expanding slowly, I believe that there should be more opportunities, concerning clubs, honors societies, and sports. But nonetheless, it's a great school to send your child, because they also instill great moral values within their students, that students could bring with them to colleges and careers.
Read 232 Reviews
A
Overall Niche Grade
570 Students
18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Robinson High School
Hillsborough County Public Schools, FL
9-12
309
#9 Best Public High Schools in Tampa Area
Junior: I enjoy going to Robinson because everyone is so different here so I have been given opportunities to experience different cultures and learn about different backgrounds. One thing I would change is the student involvement. Students now aren’t as involved as they were when i was a freshman. When I was a freshman, I was a cheerleader and everyone else was always excited and ready for football games and any other sports. Now, everyone is just ready to get out and graduate. I wish they were still involved because I feel like Robinson staff could do so much more events with students and even parents to help show school spirit and even raise money for our school and sports programs. If everyone was involved, I know that this school would be brighter, happier, cleaner, and the school would feel a lot more like a family.
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A
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1,664 Students
19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Cambridge Christian School
Private School
Tampa, FL
PK, K-12
60
#14 Best Private High Schools in Tampa Area
Alum: In attending the school since the first grade, I was able to experience various changes over the years. Despite any sort of bump, the school was generally able to maintain a sufficient, Christian culture. I greatly appreciated the rigorous academics available to me in high school, but really wished there was more opportunities to study in the English and History areas. My teachers were always seeking my own success and were willing to do anything for me to get it. I was able to talk to teachers as friends, but also have them as mentors. Overall, I would not have wanted to graduate from anywhere else - it will forever be one of my favorite homes because of the teachers and warmth there.
Read 60 Reviews
A
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650 Students
12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Tampa Catholic High School
Private School
Tampa, FL
9-12
131
#15 Best Private High Schools in Tampa Area
Alum: Tampa Catholic High School does not embody the "private Catholic school" stereotypes one may have. The teachers and the administration want to help students that want to put in the work, but they don't spoon-feed those who are lazy and just want answers. In the time I attended Tampa Catholic, I received a consistent, well-rounded education and an introduction to the Catholic faith. I am so thankful to have had the opportunity to attend this school compared to the other options in my city. I wouldn't have wanted to attend any other school, whether it be public or private.
Read 131 Reviews
A
Overall Niche Grade
716 Students
12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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St. Petersburg High School
Pinellas County Schools, FL
9-12
357
#10 Best Public High Schools in Tampa Area
Senior: There are many things to love and dislike about this school as with any other. Among the benefits of attending St. Pete High are the many programs that it offers its students. Whether its AP, IB, Dual Enrollment, Traditional, Construction, or Management, there is a program out there for students to explore. From experience, both the AP and IB curriculums are challenging and help students understand their academic potential. Tradition is also important: Interschool rivalries, myths about ghosts, and the split courtyards for lunch are somethings I will miss going off into college. Teachers aren't scary either. I am never afraid to ask them for tutoring or help outside of school if im ever struggling. They are there to help you succeed!
Read 357 Reviews
A
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2,010 Students
19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Shorecrest Preparatory School
Private School
St. Petersburg, FL
PK, K-12
59
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.
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A+
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974 Students
10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Nansemond-Suffolk Academy
Private School
Suffolk, VA
PK, K-12
41
Junior: I have been going to NSA since I was five years old, and although I haven't experienced any other learning environment, I can genuinely say this is a great school. The faculty at this school care about the students and listen to their ideas to make it a better place. I am challenged every day by my peers and feel prepared for collegiate level academics. The college counselors have made the college admissions process as easy and stress free as possible. The culture at NSA is unique in the sense that it strives for not only academic excellence but also excellence in the arts and athletics. The admissions office offers many forms of financial aid, sending the strong message that this school is not just for rich students, but for scholars who strive for excellence and truly want to be at this school. Nansemond-Suffolk is a small school, but it has some truly big ideas.
Read 41 Reviews
A+
Overall Niche Grade
877 Students
12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Berkeley Preparatory School

Shorecrest Preparatory School

Tampa Preparatory School

Rochambeau French International School

Jesuit High School

Academy at the Lakes

Academy of the Holy Names

Carrollwood Day School

Plant High School

Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School

Clearwater Central Catholic High School

The Canterbury School of Florida

Palm Harbor University High School

St. Petersburg Collegiate High School

Steinbrenner High School

Strawberry Crest High School

Universal Academy of Florida

Admiral Farragut Academy

Sickles High School

Keswick Christian School

Newsome High School

Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate High School

Robinson High School

Cambridge Christian School

Tampa Catholic High School

St. Petersburg High School

Shorecrest Preparatory School

Nansemond-Suffolk Academy