Catholic pre-K–12 school in Tampa with specialized learning difference programs, small classes, and 65% advanced-degree faculty
Academy of the Holy Names is a Catholic independent school in Tampa, FL serving students from pre-K through 12th grade, including those with learning differences. The school maintains an average class size of 18 students and offers dedicated Learning Difference Programs designed to support students with diverse learning needs within a mainstream educational setting.
The school's mission emphasizes developing each student's full potential through spiritual, academic, personal, and physical growth. With 65% of faculty holding advanced degrees and a student-to-teacher ratio that supports personalized attention, the academy creates an environment where students with learning differences can access quality instruction alongside their peers. The school welcomes students of diverse backgrounds and offers robust support for realizing individual academic and personal goals.
Academy of the Holy Names is located at 3319 Bayshore Boulevard and serves grades pre-K through 12, with tuition ranging from $11,680–$18,420 depending on grade level. Admissions are rolling, and 33% of students receive financial aid. The school is accredited through SACS and holds membership in the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS). For more information about Learning Difference Programs and accommodations, families can contact the admissions office at (813) 839-5371 or visit holynamestpa.org.
At a Glance
GradesPrekindergarten-12
Students972
Class Size18:1 ratio
Tuition$25,500
Fin. Aid33% receive aid
Est.1881
DeadlineDec. 1 / Feb. 2 / rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Other school association(s), Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1881 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $25,500 |
| Tuition Notes | Range of $11,680-$18,420 for grades Pk-12. |
| Total Students | 972 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 74 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 65 |
| Average Class Size | 18 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Pamela Doherty |
| Admissions Associate | Amanda Faunce |
| Admission Deadline | Dec. 1 / Feb. 2 / rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 100 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 33 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 30 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference Programs
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Crew · Cross Country · Dance · Diving · Golf · Lacrosse · Soccer · Softball · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · Other school association(s) · Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |
| School Calendar | www.holynamestpa.org/calendars |
| Average SAT Score | 1300 |
| Average ACT Score | 26 |