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#551 of 1,462 private schools in FL

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Santa Fe Catholic High School

High School

3110 US HIGHWAY 92 E, Lakeland, FL 33801

Private

Enrollment

356

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

6.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#551 of 1,462

In Lakeland

#11 of 18

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Santa Fe Catholic High School

6.7/10

High School in Lakeland · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Santa Fe Catholic High School

Santa Fe Catholic High School is a private high school in Lakeland, FL. Santa Fe Catholic High School serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Fe Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #551 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares1.0 pts above FL schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • FL avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Santa Fe 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Santa Fe Catholic High School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Lakeland, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
This School
vs
22.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
356
This School
vs
739
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.7
This School
vs
5.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 59.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 26.7% vs 0%
Black 5.9% vs 0%
Asian 4.2% vs 0%
Santa Fe Catholic High School Lakeland Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Santa Fe Catholic High School (this school) 6.7
DORIS A. SANDERS LEARNING CENTER 4.9
FRESH START COMMUNITY SCHOOL 2.9
POLK GRAD ACADEMY —
REAL ACADEMY (REACHING EVERY ADOLESCENT LEARNER) 5.2
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS 5.5
LAKELAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 5.4
TENOROC HIGH SCHOOL 3.3
POLK PRE-COLLEGIATE ACADEMY 6.1
MAYNARD A TRAVISS TECHNICAL ACADEMY 3.1
BILL DUNCAN OPPORTUNITY CENTER 5.6
POLK STATE COLLEGE COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL 7.0
POLK STATE LAKELAND GATEWAY TO COLLEGE COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHO 6.2
POLK FULL TIME ESCHOOL 6.6
POLK VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM —
MCKEEL ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY 8.2
KATHLEEN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 4.1
GEORGE W. JENKINS SENIOR HIGH 5.6
LAKE GIBSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 4.0

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 56%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 356
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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 59.8%
Hispanic 26.7%
Black 5.9%
Asian 4.2%
Two or More 2.8%
Native American 0.3%
Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3110 US HIGHWAY 92 E, Lakeland, FL 33801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Santa Fe Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS (rated 5.5/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is LAKELAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, PATHWAYS SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE (rated 4.8/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lakeland, see our Lakeland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
DORIS A. SANDERS LEARNING CENTER Lakeland 0.7 mi 4.9
COMBEE ACADEMY OF DESIGN AND ENGINEERING Lakeland 0.9 mi 8.3
CRYSTAL LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland 1.3 mi 3.1
FRESH START COMMUNITY SCHOOL Lakeland 1.4 mi 2.9
POLK GRAD ACADEMY Lakeland 1.4 mi —
REAL ACADEMY (REACHING EVERY ADOLESCENT LEARNER) Lakeland 1.4 mi 5.2
CRYSTAL LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lakeland 1.6 mi 3.3
PATHWAYS SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Lakeland 1.7 mi 4.8
LAKELAND INSTITUTE FOR LEARNING, ORG., CORP Lakeland 2.3 mi 7.5
OSCAR J. POPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland 2.6 mi 6.9
SOUTH MCKEEL ACADEMY Lakeland 2.7 mi 8.5
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Lakeland 2.5 mi 5.5
PHILIP O'BRIEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland 2.5 mi 2.5
MI ESCUELA MONTESSORI Lakeland 2.7 mi 8.5
THE CAPE ACADEMY Cape Coral 2.9 mi 7.0
LAKELAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lakeland 2.6 mi 5.4
LAKELAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL HOUSE Lakeland 2.6 mi 8.1
LAKELAND MONTESSORI MIDDLE SCHOOL Lakeland 2.6 mi 7.8
GENEVA CLASSICAL ACADEMY Lakeland 2.8 mi 7.0
ROBERTS ACADEMY AT FLORIDA SOUTHERN COLLEGE Lakeland 2.8 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,210

Median Home Value

$138,700

Median Rent

$1,100/mo

Population

33,460

College Educated

15.8%

Homeownership

50.2%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

22.8%

Median Age

33.4

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School Rating
BISHOP MCLAUGHLIN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Spring Hill, FL 6.7
CHAMINADE MADONNA COLLEGE PREPARATORY Hollywood, FL 6.7
COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL AT NORTHWEST FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE Niceville, FL 6.7
LIBERTY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Bristol, FL 6.6
PINECREST LAKES MIDDLE/HIGH ACADEMY Clermont, FL 6.6
SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED STUDIES - SOUTH Miami, FL 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Santa Fe Catholic High School

What grades does Santa Fe Catholic High School serve?

Santa Fe Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Santa Fe Catholic High School?

Santa Fe Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Fe Catholic High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Santa Fe Catholic High School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Santa Fe Catholic High School rank in FL?

Santa Fe Catholic High School ranks #551 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Santa Fe Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Santa Fe Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Santa Fe Catholic High School a private school?

Yes, Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe Catholic High School a religious school?

Santa Fe Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
356
Gender Split
61% M / 39% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Polk County
Phone
(863) 665-4188

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