Home
Preloader Site
Esse Quam Videri
(To Be, Rather than to Seem)
Founded in 1881, the Academy of the Holy Names is a private Catholic school for boys and girls in pre-kindergarten through 8th grade and a college preparatory high school for young women. Sponsored and guided by the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary, the Academy is a faith community of exceptional love that empowers students to pursue their highest academic potential. The Academy is located on 19 acres fronting scenic Bayshore Boulevard, close to downtown Tampa.
Lower
Grades Pre-K to 4 (Coed)
Middle
Grades 5 to 8 (Coed)
High
Grades 9 to 12 (All-Girls)
AHN Program Highlights
Faith
The Academy provides spiritually rich experiences that ground students and adults in God's love, in the SNJM core values, and in the Gospel mission.
Academics
Our academic programs empower students to reach their full potential, inspiring their intellectual curiosity, critical thinking skills, and passions.
Athletics
We provide a competitive, interscholastic athletic program. Participation builds character, teaches the value of teamwork, and fosters school spirit.
Arts
Our comprehensive arts program provides an engaging curriculum that encompasses artistic disciplines, including visual arts, music, theater, and dance.
News & Stories
![Academy Community Stocks the Summer Pantry for Mango Elementary]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746641841/holynames/rkw64poanejbghjorzrb/StocktheSummerPantry.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746641841/holynames/rkw64poanejbghjorzrb/StocktheSummerPantry.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746641841/holynames/rkw64poanejbghjorzrb/StocktheSummerPantry.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1746641841/holynames/rkw64poanejbghjorzrb/StocktheSummerPantry.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1746641841/holynames/rkw64poanejbghjorzrb/StocktheSummerPantry.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746641841/holynames/rkw64poanejbghjorzrb/StocktheSummerPantry.jpg","width":1657}])
![Honors Convocation Celebrates Grades 9–11 Excellence]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746632438/holynames/pblkfvgu20hd500cxghi/9-11Awards.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746632438/holynames/pblkfvgu20hd500cxghi/9-11Awards.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746632438/holynames/pblkfvgu20hd500cxghi/9-11Awards.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746632438/holynames/pblkfvgu20hd500cxghi/9-11Awards.png","width":812}])
![By the Bay 2025 Gala Raises $1.16 Million for AHN Students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743775257/holynames/nsadvdhblhqsl0or4zjd/BytheBay2025-16.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1743775257/holynames/nsadvdhblhqsl0or4zjd/BytheBay2025-16.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1743775257/holynames/nsadvdhblhqsl0or4zjd/BytheBay2025-16.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1743775257/holynames/nsadvdhblhqsl0or4zjd/BytheBay2025-16.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1743775257/holynames/nsadvdhblhqsl0or4zjd/BytheBay2025-16.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1743775257/holynames/nsadvdhblhqsl0or4zjd/BytheBay2025-16.jpg","width":1920}])
Events
There are no events to display
Fast Facts
1024
Total enrollment from Pre-K through 12th grade.
2:1
Technology Program
26,900
Average number of service hours
earned by graduating classes
$21m
Earned in scholarships by the
Class of 2024
100%
Academy graduates
accepted into college
7,000+
Men and women graduates in our community