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#449 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 31% of private schools

St Ambrose Elementary School

Elementary School

363 SE 12TH AVE, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Private

Enrollment

180

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

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St Ambrose Elementary School

6.9/10

Elementary School in Deerfield Beach · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St Ambrose Elementary School

St Ambrose Elementary School is a private elementary school in Deerfield Beach, FL. St Ambrose Elementary School serves approximately 180 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Ambrose Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #449 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it comparesOn par with FL schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 180 students, St Ambrose Elementary 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 Elementary 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

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How St Ambrose Elementary School compares to the 5 public schools in Deerfield Beach, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
This School
vs
18.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
180
This School
vs
1,090
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
5.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 40.6% vs 0%
Black 34.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 23.3% vs 0%
Asian 1.7% vs 0%
St Ambrose Elementary School Deerfield Beach Public Avg

All Schools in Deerfield Beach

School Rating
St Ambrose Elementary School (this school) 6.9
DEERFIELD BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.9
DEERFIELD BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL 4.4
DEERFIELD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.7
DEERFIELD BEACH HIGH SCHOOL 4.2
QUIET WATERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.3

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 66%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 180
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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)

White 40.6%
Black 34.4%
Hispanic 23.3%
Asian 1.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

363 SE 12TH AVE, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Ambrose Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOMERSET ACADEMY BOCA EAST (rated 9.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Boca Raton), which scores notably higher. Another option is ADDISON MIZNER SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Boca Raton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DEERFIELD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Deerfield Beach, see our Deerfield Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
DEERFIELD BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deerfield Beach 0.6 mi 4.9
DEERFIELD BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL Deerfield Beach 0.6 mi 4.4
STEEPLE ON THE BEACH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Deerfield Beach 0.7 mi —
SOMERSET ACADEMY KEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami 0.7 mi 7.6
SOMERSET ACADEMY KEY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Miami 0.7 mi 6.6
DEERFIELD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deerfield Beach 1.2 mi 7.7
HOSANNA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pompano Beach 1.7 mi —
PARK RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pompano Beach 1.9 mi 5.9
ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Boca Raton 2.3 mi 5.9
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lighthouse Point 2.3 mi 5.1
DEERFIELD BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Deerfield Beach 2.2 mi 4.2
SOMERSET ACADEMY BOCA EAST Boca Raton 2.3 mi 9.4
SOMERSET ACADEMY BOCA MIDDLE SCHOOL Boca Raton 2.3 mi 9.0
NORCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pompano Beach 2.4 mi 4.8
BOCA RATON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boca Raton 2.4 mi 7.5
HIGHLANDS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pompano Beach 2.3 mi 7.9
CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF BOCA RATON Boca Raton 2.7 mi —
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Boca Raton 2.8 mi 6.6
BOCA RATON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Boca Raton 2.9 mi 7.2
ADDISON MIZNER SCHOOL Boca Raton 2.8 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33441 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,257

Median Home Value

$381,700

Median Rent

$1,544/mo

Population

30,214

College Educated

27.8%

Homeownership

56.1%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

18.5%

Median Age

42.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Ambrose Elementary School

What grades does St Ambrose Elementary School serve?

St Ambrose Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Ambrose Elementary School?

St Ambrose Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 180 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Ambrose Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Ambrose Elementary School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Ambrose Elementary School rank in FL?

St Ambrose Elementary School ranks #449 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is St Ambrose Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Ambrose Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Elementary School a private school?

Yes, St Ambrose Elementary 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 Elementary School a religious school?

St Ambrose Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
180
Gender Split
45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Broward County
Phone
(954) 427-2226

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