Very Good
#155 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 32% of private schools
St Ambrose Catholic School
Elementary School
301 S CHESTNUT ST, Seymour, IN 47274
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#155 of 478
In Seymour
#2 of 4
public schools
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St Ambrose Catholic School
Elementary School in Seymour · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Ambrose Catholic School
St Ambrose Catholic School is a private elementary school in Seymour, IN. St Ambrose Catholic School serves approximately 124 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Ambrose Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #155 of 478 private schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for St Ambrose Catholic School show 61% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 124 students, St Ambrose Catholic 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 Catholic 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 Catholic School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Seymour, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Ambrose Catholic School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Emerson Elementary School | 8.6 |
| Margaret R Brown Elementary School | 3.6 |
| Seymour Middle School | 4.3 |
| Seymour-Jackson Elementary School | 3.2 |
| Seymour-Redding Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Cortland Elementary School | 7.2 |
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 IN.
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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 IN
Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 17 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
301 S CHESTNUT ST, Seymour, IN 47274
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Ambrose Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Emerson Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cortland Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 4.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WHITE CREEK LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Columbus), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Seymour, see our Seymour schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 47274 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,186
Median Home Value
$187,800
Median Rent
$956/mo
Population
32,786
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
67.3%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
11%
Median Age
37.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACE Preparatory Academy Indianapolis, IN | 7.3 |
| CENTRAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Wayne, IN | 7.3 |
| Northeast East Elementary School Hymera, IN | 7.3 |
| ST LOUIS ACADEMY New Haven, IN | 7.3 |
| Cortland Elementary School Seymour, IN | 7.2 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kendallville, IN | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Ambrose Catholic School
What grades does St Ambrose Catholic School serve?
St Ambrose Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Ambrose Catholic School?
St Ambrose Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 124 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Ambrose Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Ambrose Catholic School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Ambrose Catholic School rank in IN?
St Ambrose Catholic School ranks #155 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is St Ambrose Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Ambrose Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at St Ambrose Catholic School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St Ambrose Catholic School has 61% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
Is St Ambrose Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Ambrose Catholic 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 Catholic School a religious school?
St Ambrose Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 124
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (812) 522-3522
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