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#1037 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Carrollwood Day School

School

1515 W BEARSS AVE, Tampa, FL 33613

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

1,019

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

1,019

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#1,037 of 1,462

In Tampa

#41 of 54

public schools

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About Carrollwood Day School

Carrollwood Day School is a private school in Tampa, FL. Carrollwood Day School serves approximately 1,019 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Carrollwood Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,037 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.6 pts below FL schools

5.7

This school 5.7 · Average
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Carrollwood Day 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Carrollwood Day School compares to 169 public schools serving similar grades in Tampa, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

This School

16.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

1,019

This School

620

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.7

This School

5.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 56.9% vs 0%

Black 17% vs 0%

Asian 14% vs 0%

Hispanic 10% vs 0%

Carrollwood Day School Tampa Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Carrollwood Day School (this school)	—	1,019	11:1	5.7
BUCHANAN MIDDLE SCHOOL	0.3 mi	629	16.6:1	3.4
DOROTHY THOMAS CENTER	1.9 mi	39	3.5:1	7.2
GAITHER HIGH SCHOOL	1.9 mi	2,078	21.4:1	5.6
MORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.2 mi	743	14.6:1	5.7
LAKE MAGDALENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.3 mi	687	15.6:1	5.3
HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND/HOMEBASED PROGRAMS	2.4 mi	167	7.3:1	5.0
MILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.4 mi	664	15.1:1	5.5
IDEA VICTORY	2.9 mi	1,025	32:1	—
MULLER ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL	2.9 mi	436	14.1:1	6.1
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY AT BOWERS WHITLEY	2.9 mi	81	13.5:1	5.0
CLAYWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.0 mi	627	13.6:1	6.5
CARROLLWOOD K-8 SCHOOL	3.1 mi	715	12.8:1	7.8
BROOKS DEBARTOLO COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL	3.1 mi	593	17.4:1	8.2
VILLAGE OF EXCELLENCE ACADEMY	3.1 mi	108	13.5:1	2.8
WEST UNIVERSITY CHARTER HIGH	3.2 mi	455	50.6:1	3.6
EXCELSIOR PREP CHARTER SCHOOL	3.3 mi	227	13.4:1	7.5
SHAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.3 mi	656	14:1	3.8
FOREST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.4 mi	689	13.2:1	5.4
ADAMS MIDDLE SCHOOL	3.4 mi	533	23.2:1	2.1
LEGACY PREPARATORY ACADEMY	3.6 mi	127	21.2:1	4.1

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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

B 6.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11:1

Instructional Commitment

C- 2.1 / 10

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School Day Length 6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,032

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 62%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 4.1 / 10

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Enrollment 1,019

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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 56.9%

Black 17.0%

Asian 14.0%

Hispanic 10.0%

Two or More 2.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1515 W BEARSS AVE, Tampa, FL 33613

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carrollwood Day School may also want to explore other schools in the area. DOROTHY THOMAS CENTER (rated 7.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TAMPA BAY ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND/HOMEBASED PROGRAMS (rated 5.0/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF CARROLLWOOD Tampa	0.2 mi	9	—
BUCHANAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa	0.3 mi	629	3.4
LA ROCA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa	1.2 mi	20	—
HILLEL ACADEMY OF TAMPA Tampa	1.6 mi	134	7.9
TAMPA BAY ACADEMY Tampa	1.6 mi	171	5.9
LEARNING GATE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Lutz	1.7 mi	771	7.2
DOROTHY THOMAS CENTER Tampa	1.9 mi	39	7.2
LAKE MAGDALENE UMC EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Tampa	2.0 mi	15	—
GAITHER HIGH SCHOOL Tampa	1.9 mi	2,078	5.6
NORTHDALE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa	2.0 mi	86	6.5
LAKE MAGDALENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa	2.3 mi	687	5.3
HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND/HOMEBASED PROGRAMS Tampa	2.4 mi	167	5.0
MORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa	2.2 mi	743	5.7
MILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa	2.4 mi	664	5.5
IDEA VICTORY Tampa	2.9 mi	1,025	—
MISSIONARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa	2.9 mi	66	4.8
LUTZ PREPARATORY SCHOOL Lutz	3.0 mi	783	8.9
MANISCALCO K-8 SCHOOL Lutz	3.0 mi	668	7.8
BROOKS DEBARTOLO COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL Tampa	3.1 mi	593	8.2
CARROLLWOOD K-8 SCHOOL Tampa	3.1 mi	715	7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33613 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$44,642

Median Home Value

$219,700

Median Rent

$1,178/mo

Population

37,212

College Educated

29.3%

Homeownership

33.2%

Avg Commute

28.2 min

Poverty Rate

28.6%

Median Age

30.3

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SOUTHWEST FLORIDA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Myers, FL	730	5.7
SURFSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL Panama City Beach, FL	825	5.7
WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN PRIVATE SCHOOL, INC. Palmetto Bay, FL	1,212	5.7
HOLY TRINITY EPISCOPAL ACADEMY Melbourne, FL	876	5.8
DIVINE SAVIOR ACADEMY Doral, FL	1,036	5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carrollwood Day School

What grades does Carrollwood Day School serve?

Carrollwood Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Carrollwood Day School?

Carrollwood Day School has an enrollment of approximately 1,019 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carrollwood Day School?

The student-teacher ratio at Carrollwood Day School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Carrollwood Day School rank in FL?

Carrollwood Day School ranks #1,037 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Carrollwood Day School's MySchoolScout rating?

Carrollwood Day 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 Carrollwood Day School a private school?

Yes, Carrollwood Day School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Carrollwood Day School a religious school?

No, Carrollwood Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 22 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 26 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 1,019
Gender Split: 52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
Teachers (FTE): 93
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6 hours
Days Per Year: 172 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Hillsborough County
Phone: (813) 920-2288

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