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#1013 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School

High School

4171 FRUITVILLE RD, Sarasota, FL 34232

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

554

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

5.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

554

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

5.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#1,013 of 1,462

In Sarasota

#13 of 20

public schools

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About Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School

Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School is a private high school in Sarasota, FL. Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School serves approximately 554 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,013 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it comparesOn par with FL schools

5.7

This school 5.7 · Average
FL avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

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How Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Sarasota, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

This School

13.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

554

This School

735

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.7

This School

6.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 76.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 15.9% vs 0%

Asian 3.6% vs 0%

Black 1.1% vs 0%

Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School Sarasota Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School (this school)	—	554	15:1	5.7
SARASOTA COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMIES	0.9 mi	94	31.3:1	4.6
SARASOTA HIGH SCHOOL	2.6 mi	2,509	20.2:1	6.1
SARASOTA MILITARY ACADEMY	3.3 mi	1,099	14.5:1	6.1
TRIAD	3.4 mi	115	12.8:1	3.4
SUNCOAST POLYTECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL	3.6 mi	566	19.5:1	9.2
SARASOTA VIRTUAL ACADEMY (VIRTUAL FRANCHISE)	3.7 mi	23	5.8:1	—
BOOKER HIGH SCHOOL	3.8 mi	1,395	19.1:1	5.0
RIVERVIEW HIGH SCHOOL	4.4 mi	2,681	20.5:1	7.8
SARASOTA VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM	4.9 mi	89	—:1	6.6
ESE SPECIAL PROGRAMS	4.9 mi	7	1:1	—
OAK PARK SCHOOL	5.1 mi	221	4.6:1	5.4
EASTER SEALS	6.3 mi	20	2:1	—

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.

Classroom Attention

C 3.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 15:1

Instructional Commitment

A 9.3 / 10

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School Day Length 7.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,350

Diversity & Inclusion

B 5.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 39%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B+ 6.5 / 10

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Enrollment 554

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in FL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 76.4%

Hispanic 15.9%

Asian 3.6%

Two or More 2.7%

Black 1.1%

Native American 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4171 FRUITVILLE RD, Sarasota, FL 34232

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ELEVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ELEVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 5.0/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SARASOTA COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMIES (rated 4.6/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sarasota, see our Sarasota schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ST MARTHA CATHOLIC SCHCOL Sarasota	0.3 mi	440	6.8
SARASOTA ACADEMY OF THE ARTS Sarasota	0.5 mi	176	6.5
ASCENSION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sarasota	0.8 mi	60	5.6
LIBERTY BAPTIST ACADEMY Sarasota	1.0 mi	26	—
SARASOTA COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMIES Sarasota	0.9 mi	94	4.6
THE FLORIDA CENTER FOR CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT Sarasota	1.0 mi	9	—
MCINTOSH MIDDLE SCHOOL Sarasota	1.1 mi	761	6.7
ACHIEVEMENT CENTER OF SARASOTA THE Sarasota	1.1 mi	58	4.6
PALM GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sarasota	1.2 mi	63	5.2
CALVARY CHAPEL SCHOOL Sarasota	1.5 mi	116	6.6
FRUITVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota	1.5 mi	747	7.1
SUNNYSIDE MENNONITE SCHOOL Sarasota	1.6 mi	26	—
TUTTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota	1.7 mi	690	5.1
GOCIO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota	1.9 mi	636	7.1
SARASOTA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sarasota	1.8 mi	525	4.9
BRENTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota	2.0 mi	562	6.9
BRICKHOUSE ACADEMY Sarasota	2.2 mi	20	—
ELEVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Sarasota	2.1 mi	49	5.0
ELEVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Sarasota	2.1 mi	51	6.2
AGAPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF SARASOTA Sarasota	2.2 mi	53	5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34232 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,041

Median Home Value

$332,600

Median Rent

$1,836/mo

Population

34,779

College Educated

34.3%

Homeownership

68.7%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.7%

Median Age

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School

What grades does Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School serve?

Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School?

Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 554 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School rank in FL?

Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School ranks #1,013 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School a private school?

Yes, Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School a religious school?

Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 26 Some Transit
Bike Score: 40 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 554
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Teachers (FTE): 37
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7.5 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: Sarasota County
Phone: (941) 371-4917

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