Below Average
#205 of 225 private schools in AZ
St Ambrose School
Elementary School
300 S TUCSON BLVD, Tucson, AZ 85716
Enrollment
186
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
186
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#205 of 225
In Tucson
#33 of 36
public schools
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St Ambrose School
Elementary School in Tucson · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Ambrose School
St Ambrose School is a private elementary school in Tucson, AZ. St Ambrose School serves approximately 186 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Ambrose School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #205 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 186 students, St Ambrose School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
St Ambrose School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Ambrose School compares to 224 public schools serving similar grades in Tucson, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Ambrose School (this school) | 4.7 |
| Teenage Parent Program - TAPP | — |
| Robison Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Miles-Exploratory Learning Center | 5.5 |
| Sam Hughes Elementary | 9.3 |
| Highland Free School | 7.5 |
| Mansfeld Middle Magnet School | 7.3 |
| AmeriSchools Academy - Country Club | 4.2 |
| AmeriSchools Academy Online Instruction | — |
| Borton Primary Magnet School | 7.4 |
| Pueblo Gardens Elementary | 3.0 |
| Tucson Magnet High School | 6.2 |
| Roskruge Bilingual Magnet Middle School | 6.6 |
| Safford K-8 School | 3.4 |
| Blenman Elementary School | 3.9 |
| BASIS Tucson Primary | 6.8 |
| Howell Peter Elementary | 6.1 |
| Holladay Intermediate Magnet School | 4.7 |
| Southside Community School | 5.0 |
| Paulo Freire Freedom School - University | 4.8 |
| Children Reaching for the Sky Preparatory | 5.6 |
Showing 20 of 224 schools. View all schools in Tucson
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AZ.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in AZ
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
300 S TUCSON BLVD, Tucson, AZ 85716
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Ambrose School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sam Hughes Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Highland Free School (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Borton Primary Magnet School (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Teenage Parent Program - TAPP Tucson | 0.3 mi | — |
| Robison Elementary School Tucson | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Sam Hughes Elementary Tucson | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Miles-Exploratory Learning Center Tucson | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| SECOND STREET CHILDRENS SCHOOL Tucson | 1.1 mi | — |
| Ha:san Preparatory & Leadership School Tucson | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Highland Free School Tucson | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Edge High School - Himmel Park Tucson | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Desert Sage High School Tucson | 1.0 mi | — |
| Mansfeld Middle Magnet School Tucson | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Project More High School Tucson | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| AmeriSchools Academy - Country Club Tucson | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| AmeriSchools Academy Online Instruction Tucson | 1.5 mi | — |
| Pueblo Gardens Elementary Tucson | 1.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Borton Primary Magnet School Tucson | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Blenman Elementary School Tucson | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Youth Works Charter High School Tucson | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| PCJTED - Tucson High School Tucson | 1.6 mi | — |
| Tucson Magnet High School Tucson | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Southside Community School Tucson | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85716 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,009
Median Home Value
$300,900
Median Rent
$1,021/mo
Population
33,447
College Educated
42.2%
Homeownership
38.2%
Avg Commute
20.4 min
Poverty Rate
23.3%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Edison School of Innovation Glendale, AZ | 4.7 |
| Ehrenberg Elementary School Ehrenberg, AZ | 4.7 |
| First Avenue Elementary School San Manuel, AZ | 4.7 |
| Holladay Intermediate Magnet School Tucson, AZ | 4.7 |
| Hudlow Elementary School Tucson, AZ | 4.7 |
| Dilcon Community School Winslow, AZ | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Ambrose School
What grades does St Ambrose School serve?
St Ambrose School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Ambrose School?
St Ambrose School has an enrollment of approximately 186 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Ambrose School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Ambrose School is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Ambrose School rank in AZ?
St Ambrose School ranks #205 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is St Ambrose School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Ambrose School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Ambrose School a private school?
Yes, St Ambrose School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Ambrose School a religious school?
St Ambrose School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 186
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Phone
- (520) 882-8678
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