St. Ambrose Elementary School (2026 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 183 students
Yearly Tuition: $9,100
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 17 students
Application Deadline: Jul. 1 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Cognia

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Ambrose Elementary School
Nursery	10
Pre-K	12
Kind	18
1	18
2	15
3	18
4	20
5	20
6	11
7	16
8	25

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1952

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

183 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

73%

State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

20 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

65%

Average Class Size

17 students

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

School Uniform

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jul. 1 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$9,100

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Tuition Notes

Non-Catholic Rate $9,100 Practicing Catholic $7,550

% on Financial Aid

25%

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Mrs. Cheryl Conto

Admissions Associate

Taylor Baker

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BasketballCheering

Cross CountryTrack and Field

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

14 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

BasketballChoir

Cross CountryCYO Sports - Cheerleading

Distinguished GentlemenDrama productions

Gospel ChoirLeading Ladies

Safety PatrolsStudent Council

TrackYearbook

Young Toastmasters

Arts and Music Programs:

Band

School Notes

The fundamental reason for the existence of Saint Ambrose School is Jesus Christ, Our Lord.
Our school shares with the Church community and with society the responsibility of forming all in the likeness of Christ.
Through our educational mission, we proclaim, witness, and spread the Word of God.
We accomplish our educational mission while providing our students with the opportunity to grow in the faith to which they were initiated at the time of their Baptism. Through knowledge of God, our students come to an understanding of their relationship to the whole People of God and to their individual parish communities.
Through examination of the meaning and implications of Christian commitment and example, our students come to understand their responsibilities to the Church and to society.

The fundamental reason for the existence of Saint Ambrose School is Jesus Christ, Our Lord. Our school shares with the Church community and with society the responsibility of forming all in the likeness of Christ. Through our educational mission, we proclaim, witness, and spread the Word of God. We accomplish our educational mission while providing our students with the opportunity to grow in the faith to which they were initiated at the time of their Baptism. Through knowledge of God, our students come to an understanding of their relationship to the whole People of God and to their individual parish communities. Through examination of the meaning and implications of Christian commitment and example, our students come to understand their responsibilities to the Church and to society.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Larry Hogan - Governor of the State of Maryland 2015- Present

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Ambrose Elementary School cost?

St. Ambrose Elementary School's tuition is approximately $9,100 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Ambrose Elementary School?

The acceptance rate of St. Ambrose Elementary School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.

Who are famous alumni from St. Ambrose Elementary School?

St. Ambrose Elementary School famous alumni include: Larry Hogan.

What sports does St. Ambrose Elementary School offer?

St. Ambrose Elementary School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country and Track and Field.

When is the application deadline for St. Ambrose Elementary School?

The application deadline for St. Ambrose Elementary School is Jul. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Jul. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

5 3/11/2013

St. Ambrose is an excellent school. My children have thrived while attending. They both have a very strong sense of self and pride about their school. I highly recommend St. Ambrose.

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The average private school tuition in Hyattsville, MD is $14,310 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Hyattsville, MD is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).