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St. Ambrose Academy

602 Everglade Drive Madison, WI 53717

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked WI School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 113 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,400
  • Acceptance rate: 54%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
St. Ambrose Academy Photo #1 - Small number of students per classroom.
St. Ambrose Academy Photo #2 - Discussions in middle school.
St. Ambrose Academy Photo #3 - Seniors and juniors discussing about US History.
St. Ambrose Academy Photo #4 - Nice learning environment.
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About the School

  • A Catholic middle school and high school using classical education methods of Socratic dialogue, and original source documents.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked WI School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 113 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,400
  • Acceptance rate: 54%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Ambrose Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:

Category
Attribute

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
2003

Student Body

Total Students
113 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 35%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
38%
Average Class Size
12 students
Average ACT score
29
(Out of 36)
Advanced Courses
Advanced CalculusAdvanced Chemistry
Biology

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Significant tuition reductions for multiple students enrolled from same family.
% on Financial Aid
50%
Acceptance Rate
54%
National avg.: 82%
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Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Colors
Red, Gold
School Mascot
Guardians

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
DramaForensics
Student Council

School Notes

  • The St. Ambrose curriculum is designed to provide an outstanding foundation in the critical academic disciplines of math, science, history, literature, logic, rhetoric, composition, and language, crowned by regular study of and growth in the Faith. Our approach to learning includes in-depth study of the classical works of the western world and the great works of Christendom. Our religion studies focus on the analysis and understanding of the Scriptures and significant Church documents (such as papal encyclicals and the Catechism). Our classes revolve around discussion, debate, presentations, and regular papers. A Classical Education is Accessible! Our dedicated faculty use a variety of methods to give our students the tools they need to master our curriculum with an enthusiasm that comes from true understanding of the profound ideas of the ages. Works are studied in an introductory manner suited to the intellectual capacity of the students; students are not expected to display exceptional ability or college-level understanding. One of the characteristics of "great books" is that they are accessible, like Sacred Scripture, on a wide variety of levels. One needs no specialized training to see their beauty and experience their power.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Ambrose Academy cost?
St. Ambrose Academy's tuition is approximately $5,400 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Ambrose Academy?
The acceptance rate of St. Ambrose Academy is 54%, which is lower than the national average of 90%. St. Ambrose Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Wisconsin with low acceptance rates.
What sports does St. Ambrose Academy offer?
St. Ambrose Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Soccer and Track and Field.
What is St. Ambrose Academy's ranking?
St. Ambrose Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Highest average ACT score and Lowest average acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for St. Ambrose Academy?
The application deadline for St. Ambrose Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Madison, WI is $8,192 for elementary schools and $9,593 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Madison, WI is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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