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St. Cecelia Catholic School Photo - St. Cecelia Interparochial Catholic School (SCS) offers an academically challenging and globally minded interdisciplinary education to children in PreK-3 through 8th grade. Through our International Baccalaureate programmes, we provide the tools, develop character and teach skills that prepare our students to thrive in high school, college and beyond.

Best Downtown ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 927 students in the neighborhood of Downtown, Clearwater, FL.
The top ranked private schools in Downtown include Clearwater Academy International and St. Cecelia Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 83%, which is higher than the Florida private school average acceptance rate of 80%.
33% of private schools in Downtown are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Top Ranked Downtown ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Clearwater Academy International
Clearwater Academy International Photo
Alternative School
(5)
801 Drew Street
Clearwater, FL 33755
(727) 446-1722
Gr: PK-12 | 311 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
St. Cecelia Catholic School
St. Cecelia Catholic School Photo - St. Cecelia Interparochial Catholic School (SCS) offers an academically challenging and globally minded interdisciplinary education to children in PreK-3 through 8th grade. Through our International Baccalaureate programmes, we provide the tools, develop character and teach skills that prepare our students to thrive in high school, college and beyond.
(Catholic)
1350 Court St
Clearwater, FL 33756
(727) 461-1207
Gr: PK-8 | 474 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 24 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Washburn Academy
Washburn Academy Photo
(13)
222 S. Lincoln Ave
Clearwater, FL 33756
(727) 647-1668
Gr: PK-12 | 142 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 4 Acceptance rate listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Downtown, Clearwater, FL?
The top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Downtown, Clearwater, FL include Clearwater Academy International and St. Cecelia Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in the neighborhood of Downtown, Clearwater?
3 private schools are located in the neighborhood of Downtown, Clearwater.
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of Downtown, Clearwater?
33% of private schools in the neighborhood of Downtown, Clearwater are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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