At Saint Ambrose, our mission is to provide our children with an excellent education - both in the academic sense as well as in the teachings and ways of the Catholic faith.
We provide educational and religious instruction to students in the Old Bridge and surrounding areas from the Pre-K level until the 8th grade.
We have declared at St. Ambrose School 2006-2007 to be a school year focusing on the development and enhancement of the writing skills of our students.
We strive to provide our children with outstanding teachings, academically and in the teachings and ways of the Catholic faith, by providing all of our children a nurturing, challenging and safe environment.
Our philosophy can be summed up by our motto: "Everything we do, we do for our children".
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
236 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- At Saint Ambrose, our mission is to provide our children with an excellent education - both in the academic sense as well as in the teachings and ways of the Catholic faith. We provide educational and religious instruction to students in the Old Bridge and surrounding areas from the Pre-K level until the 8th grade. We have declared at St. Ambrose School 2006-2007 to be a school year focusing on the development and enhancement of the writing skills of our students. We strive to provide our children with outstanding teachings, academically and in the teachings and ways of the Catholic faith, by providing all of our children a nurturing, challenging and safe environment. Our philosophy can be summed up by our motto: "Everything we do, we do for our children".
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Ambrose School often compared to?
St. Ambrose School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Thomas The Apostle School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. Ambrose School?
The application deadline for St. Ambrose School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school and elementary school to St. Ambrose School is Calvary Christian School (0.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Good Shepherd Childrens Center (0.5 miles away)
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(732) 251-4812
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(732) 251-3090
Spotswood, NJ 08884
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(732) 360-0155
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