Very Good
#202 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 14% of private schools
Ambrose Bay High School
High School
616 NW 45TH DR, Delray Beach, FL 33445
Enrollment
93
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
93
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#202 of 1,462
In Delray Beach
#1 of 8
public schools
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Ambrose Bay High School
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About Ambrose Bay High School
Ambrose Bay High School is a private high school in Delray Beach, FL. Ambrose Bay High School serves approximately 93 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ambrose Bay High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #202 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 93 students, Ambrose Bay High 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.
At 6.2:1 students to teachers, Ambrose Bay High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Ambrose Bay High 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 Ambrose Bay High School compares to the 10 public schools in Delray Beach, FL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Delray Beach
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ambrose Bay High School (this school) | 7.6 |
| BANYAN CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.2 |
| CARVER MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.8 |
| ATLANTIC HIGH SCHOOL | 6.7 |
| S. D. SPADY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.9 |
| VILLAGE ACADEMY ON THE ART & SARA JO KOBACKER CAMPUS | 7.8 |
| ORCHARD VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| PINE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.1 |
| PLUMOSA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS | 8.9 |
| MORIKAMI PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.6 |
| BRIDGE PREP ACADEMY OF PALM BEACH | 2.8 |
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 FL.
Data Unavailable
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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 FL
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
616 NW 45TH DR, Delray Beach, FL 33445
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ambrose Bay High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ATLANTIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is SOUTH AREA SECONDARY INTENSIVE TRANSITION PROGRAM (rated 6.5/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Boynton Beach), a more accessible option. Additionally, SOUTH TECH ACADEMY (rated 6.0/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Boynton Beach), a more accessible option. For more schools in Delray Beach, see our Delray Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33445 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,748
Median Home Value
$282,500
Median Rent
$1,991/mo
Population
31,604
College Educated
39.4%
Homeownership
70.4%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
54.5
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|---|---|
| EVERGLADES PREPARATORY ACADEMY Pahokee, FL | 7.7 |
| SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED STUDIES Doral, FL | 7.7 |
| A E F HIGH SCHOOL Davie, FL | 7.4 |
| BETA Orlando, FL | 7.4 |
| ALLISON ACADEMY North Miami Beach, FL | 7.2 |
| CENTER ACADEMY PREP Pinellas Park, FL | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ambrose Bay High School
What grades does Ambrose Bay High School serve?
Ambrose Bay High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Ambrose Bay High School?
Ambrose Bay High School has an enrollment of approximately 93 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ambrose Bay High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ambrose Bay High School is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ambrose Bay High School rank in FL?
Ambrose Bay High School ranks #202 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Ambrose Bay High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ambrose Bay High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ambrose Bay High School a private school?
Yes, Ambrose Bay High School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Ambrose Bay High School a religious school?
No, Ambrose Bay High School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 93
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Phone
- (561) 293-0359
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