St. Ambrose School
St. Ambrose Catholic School is a parish school servingapproximately 210 students in preschool - eighth grade.
St Ambrose school offers a strong foundation in the Catholicfaith, a challenging academic curriculum, and a nurturingenvironment.
One parent wrote, "St. Ambrose is just what we were looking for: a warm place with wonderful children and families, a friendlystaff, outstanding teachers, and a beautiful emphasis on our Faith.".
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,900
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School News
- CYO Buzzer Beater - 05/24/2022An exciting last second shot of our CYO basketball team making an incredible shot!
Top Rankings
St. Ambrose School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2010
Student Body
Total Students
216 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
67%
Average Class Size
19 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Discount for additional children from the same family. Active military receive Catholic rate.
Financial aid available.
% on Financial Aid
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Admissions Director
Trish Konczal
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Altar Servers, Battle of the Books, Chess Club, Garden Club, It's Academic, Safety Patrols, Service Projects, STEM Club, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir, Drama Club, Strings Ensemble
Altar Servers, Battle of the Books, Chess Club, Garden Club, It's Academic, Safety Patrols, Service Projects, STEM Club, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir, Drama Club, Strings Ensemble
School Notes
- St. Ambrose Catholic School offers:
- A strong Middle School program
- Active, involved parent volunteers
- Excellent standardized test scores
- Full day kindergarten
- Half-day and full-day preschool classes for 3 - and4-year-olds
- Extended Day program before and after school
- Challenging curriculum
- A warm,nurturing environment
- A strong foundation in the Catholic Faith
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Ambrose School cost?
St. Ambrose School's tuition is approximately $7,900 for private students.
What sports does St. Ambrose School offer?
St. Ambrose School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Ambrose School's ranking?
St. Ambrose School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Largest student body.
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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School Reviews
5 10/27/2022
Our son graduated from St. Ambrose and now grandchildren attend this loving school. If you want your children or grandchildren to gain the foundation of a great education with a focus on STEM, community involvement, and self-esteem this is the school for you. We wanted our kids to gain the critical foundation in elementary school to love learning and not be bombarded with woke programs or ideas when they are so young and impressionable. Learning Spanish starting in kindergarten is a huge plus.
5 8/22/2019
My son has been going to St Ambrose for Kindergarten and it has been a great experience. My son loves the school: the students are very welcoming and well behave, the staff is warm. He is having a blast. I love the school also seen my son so happy. And academically he is thriving. Mrs. F. from Kindergarten taught him how to read and write very efficiently. He does math also, technology and they also have Spanish for all students! I would recommend to anyone. The school is not too big so new kids don't feel overwhelmed.
5 5/15/2017
St. Ambrose is just what we were looking for: a warm place with wonderful children and families, a friendly staff, outstanding teachers, and a beautiful emphasis on our faith. For our family, it is definitely worth our little commute.
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