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#332 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 33% of private schools
St Ambrose Academy
Elementary School
31 EMPIRE BLVD, Rochester, NY 14609
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#332 of 992
In Rochester
#17 of 30
public schools
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St Ambrose Academy
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About St Ambrose Academy
St Ambrose Academy is a private elementary school in Rochester, NY. St Ambrose Academy serves approximately 90 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Ambrose Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #332 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 90 students, St Ambrose Academy 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 8:1 students to teachers, St Ambrose Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Ambrose Academy 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 Academy compares to 79 public schools serving similar grades in Rochester, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Ambrose Academy (this school) | 6.8 |
| HELENDALE ROAD PRIMARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| SCHOOL 52-FRANK FOWLER DOW | 3.6 |
| LAURELTON-PARDEE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL | 4.1 |
| SCHOOL 33-JOHN JAMES AUDUBON | 2.5 |
| SCHOOL 45-MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE | 4.0 |
| SCHOOL 39-ANDREW J TOWNSON | 3.0 |
| SCHOOL 28-HENRY HUDSON | 4.4 |
| ROCHESTER ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL | — |
| SCHOOL 46-CHARLES CARROLL | 4.9 |
| ROCHESTER PREP CHARTER SCHOOL 3 | 6.9 |
| SCHOOL 25-NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE | 3.0 |
| SCHOOL 53 MONTESSORI ACADEMY | 5.4 |
| IVAN L GREEN PRIMARY SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| SCHOOL 15-CHILDREN'S SCHOOL OF ROCHESTER (THE) | 5.4 |
| SCHOOL 22-LINCOLN SCHOOL | 4.6 |
| SCHOOL 58-WORLD OF INQUIRY SCHOOL | 4.5 |
| SCHOOL 23-FRANCIS PARKER | 4.1 |
| GENESEE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL | 5.2 |
| INDIAN LANDING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.9 |
| BROOKVIEW SCHOOL | 7.7 |
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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 NY.
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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 NY
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
31 EMPIRE BLVD, Rochester, NY 14609
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Ambrose Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HELENDALE ROAD PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is IVAN L GREEN PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ROCHESTER CLASSICAL ACADEMY (rated 5.4/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,933
Median Home Value
$144,500
Median Rent
$1,122/mo
Population
40,171
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
19.7 min
Poverty Rate
18.5%
Median Age
36.3
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HEBREW ACADEMY OF LONG BEACH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTE Hewlett, NY | 6.8 |
| HUDSON LAB SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson, NY | 6.8 |
| MOST HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 6.8 |
| PHILADELPHIA PRIMARY SCHOOL Philadelphia, NY | 6.8 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Troy, NY | 6.8 |
| ROBERT C PARKER SCHOOL North Greenbush, NY | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Ambrose Academy
What grades does St Ambrose Academy serve?
St Ambrose Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend St Ambrose Academy?
St Ambrose Academy has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Ambrose Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St Ambrose Academy is 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 Academy rank in NY?
St Ambrose Academy ranks #332 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is St Ambrose Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St Ambrose Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Academy a private school?
Yes, St Ambrose Academy 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 Academy a religious school?
St Ambrose Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 90
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monroe County
- Phone
- (585) 288-0580
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