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Catholic high schools in Tampa that use the HSPT
Tampa has multiple Catholic high schools that use the HSPT. Compare the schools here, then confirm current exam dates and admissions requirements on each school's official site.
Schools with admissions details available now
Academy Of The Holy Names
Tampa ·
Catholic high school in Tampa, FL with an admissions process that explicitly uses the HSPT.
HSPT: To be eligible for this scholarship, a student must : Apply as a new student through the school website Complete all AHN application requirements by the January deadline Have an exceptional academic record Scores in the top 2% on the HSPT E
Cristo Rey Tampa Salesian High School
Tampa ·
Catholic high school in Tampa, FL with an admissions process that explicitly uses the HSPT.
Dates change every cycle — each school page lists when we last checked, and you should confirm specifics with the school’s admissions office.
Applying in Tampa: what to know
- One test, several schools.Most families apply to 2–4 schools. Ask each school whether they accept HSPT scores from another school’s sitting — policies differ by diocese.
- The calendar is compressed. Open houses run September–November, applications are typically due in November, and exams follow in late fall — see the full application timeline.
- Scholarships ride on the exam. Many Tampa schools tie merit awards to HSPT percentile — how the scholarship math works.
New to the test? Start with What is the HSPT? and the 8-week study plan, or try the free practice test.
Useful parent guides for families applying in Tampa
HSPT timing: when to start prep
How far ahead to start, based on your test date, school list, and how much prep your child can realistically sustain.
4-week HSPT study plan
A realistic one-month plan for families starting late but still trying to move the score before test day.
HSPT study schedule for busy 8th graders
How to fit HSPT prep around homework, sports, and the real-life schedule most families are actually managing.
What is a good HSPT score?
A cleaner admissions-focused read on what different percentile bands actually mean to a family.
How Catholic high schools use HSPT scores
Admissions, placement, scholarships, and why the same percentile can carry different weight at different schools.
HSPT accommodations for IEP and 504 students
What families should ask for, when to ask, and how documentation usually fits into the process.
How to help a child with HSPT test anxiety
How parents can lower stress without turning prep into a second source of pressure.
Common questions about the HSPT in Tampa
Which Catholic high schools in Tampa use the HSPT?
We currently track 2 schools in this area, including Academy Of The Holy Names, and Cristo Rey Tampa Salesian High School. Open each school page for the admissions details we have and verify the current cycle directly with the school.
When do Tampa Catholic high schools give the HSPT?
Most Catholic high schools test between November and January, but the exact calendar varies by school and diocese. Compare the school pages first, then confirm each date before registering.
Can one HSPT score be sent to several Tampa schools?
Sometimes, but score-sharing policies are local. Ask where the student should test, which recipient codes or forms are needed, and whether any school requires a separate sitting.
Do HSPT scores affect scholarships in Tampa?
Many Catholic high schools use HSPT percentiles when considering merit awards, but score bands, award amounts, and renewal rules differ. Ask every admissions office the same scholarship questions.
How early should students start preparing for a Tampa HSPT date?
Six to eight weeks of short, consistent practice is a practical default. Start with a five-section baseline and plan around the earliest exam date on the school list.
Applying to Catholic high school in Tampa? Start with a free practice baseline.
Use the free diagnostic to see where your student stands before comparing schools, deadlines, and scholarship ranges.