The Ambrose School

6100 N. Locust Grove Rd., Meridian, ID, 83646-0837
Tel: (208)323-3888
Grades: K - 12 | 470 students
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We are a classical Christian school with about 450 students in grades k-12. Our teachers are professional and committed to the classical model while offering competitive sports, AP classes, journalism, and science. Our distinguished academics will challenge your child and they will develop an enthusiasm for learning in our structured and loving class rooms.

School Overview:
The Ambrose School
School Type School with Special Program Emphasis
School Membership(s) Association of Classical and Christian Schools (ACCS)
Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Religious Affiliation Christian (no specific denomination)
Grades Offered Grades Kindergarten - 12
Year Founded 1995
Student Body
Total Students 470 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 11% (ID School Avg.: 8%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 33 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 15:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 59%
Average Class Size 20 students
Number of AP Courses 4 courses
Average SAT score 1342
Classroom dress code Formal
(Uniforms)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $5,200
Tuition Notes Tuition ranges from $2100 for half day kindergraten up to $6150 for high school.
% on Financial Aid 1%
Acceptance Rate 81%
Admissions Director Susan Herrick
Sports
Total Sports Offered 5 sports
Sports
Basketball Cross Country
Lacrosse Soccer
Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 10 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
Art Bell choir
Chess Choir
Drama Journalism
Mock trial/debate Music
Orchestra Yearbook

School Notes:

  • Visit and experience the classical Christian difference at The Ambrose School. Our students study Latin, history, science, math, and the Bible with uncommon depth. Half day and all day kindergarten options are available for the upcoming school year. For more information please visit our website (http://www.The Ambrose School.org) or call (208) 323-3888.

    • Profile last updated: 01/09/2012

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Nearby Schools:

The Ambrose School
Gr. K-12 | 0 mi. away
Teen Challenge Christian Academy
Gr. 10-12 | 1.6 mi. away
Cloverdale Montessori
Gr. K | 2.2 mi. away
Challenger School-Meridian
Gr. PK-8 | 2.2 mi. away
Eagle Seventh-day Adventist Preschool
Gr. PK-7 | 2.6 mi. away

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