St. Ambrose Elementary School

St. Ambrose School opened in August 1964 under the administration of Fr. Charles F. Ward.
St. Ambrose Catholic School provides quality education for Prekindergarten through grade Eight emphasizing the Catholic traditions of respect, justice, and responsibility.
The schools of the Archdiocese follow the guidelines of the Florida Catholic Conference with regard to the age of admission to Pre-K, Kindergarten, or First grade.

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 213 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,000
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. Ambrose Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
Campus Size
2

Student Body

Total Students
213 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
59%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
St. Ambrose Elementary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
5 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$5 million

School Notes

  • School Motto: Faith, Integrity, Excellence
  • School Mascot: Eagles
  • St. Ambrose School opened in August 1964 under the administration of Fr. Charles F. Ward.
  • St. Ambrose Catholic School provides quality education for Prekindergarten through grade Eight emphasizing the Catholic traditions of respect, justice, and responsibility.
  • The schools of the Archdiocese follow the guidelines of the Florida Catholic Conference with regard to the age of admission to Pre-K, Kindergarten, or First grade.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Ambrose Elementary School cost?
St. Ambrose Elementary School's tuition is approximately $10,000 for private students.
What is St. Ambrose Elementary School's ranking?
St. Ambrose Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Ambrose Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Ambrose Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 213 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,000
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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