The Saint Ambrose Catholic School Community, through the grace, teachings and example of Jesus Christ, provides its students with a spiritual and academic foundation from which to provide exellence.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked AZ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Ambrose School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1949
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
240 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
47%
Average Class Size
20 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Live your faith, hope fiercely, love greatly!
- The Saint Ambrose Catholic School community professes belief in God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit as the foundation of lives. As a community, we provide an environment in which children seek their full spiritual and academic potential. At Saint Ambrose Catholic School, scholars receive a Christ-centered, challenging, and loving education in order to excel and reach our ultimate goals of college, heaven and evangelization.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Ambrose School's ranking?
St. Ambrose School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
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).
In what neighborhood is St. Ambrose School located?
St. Ambrose School is located in the Arroyo Chico neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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