Very Good
#133 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 13% of private schools
St Ambrose School
Elementary School
347 OLD LOUDON RD, Latham, NY 12110
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#133 of 992
In Latham
#1 of 2
public schools
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About St Ambrose School
St Ambrose School is a private elementary school in Latham, NY. St Ambrose School serves approximately 65 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Ambrose School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #133 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 65 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.
At 5.2:1 students to teachers, St Ambrose School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
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 the 5 public schools in Latham, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Latham
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Ambrose School (this school) | 7.5 |
| LATHAM RIDGE SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| BLUE CREEK SCHOOL | 5.8 |
| FORTS FERRY SCHOOL | 7.3 |
| SHAKER MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.3 |
| SHAKER HIGH SCHOOL | 8.0 |
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.
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 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
347 OLD LOUDON RD, Latham, NY 12110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Ambrose School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST GREGORYS SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Loudonville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BOGHT HILLS SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Cohoes), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SOUTHGATE SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Loudonville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Latham, see our Latham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LATHAM RIDGE SCHOOL Latham | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| BOGHT HILLS SCHOOL Cohoes | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| BLUE CREEK SCHOOL Latham | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| SHAKER MIDDLE SCHOOL Latham | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| LATHAM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Latham | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| SHAKER HIGH SCHOOL Latham | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| FORTS FERRY SCHOOL Latham | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| ST COLMAN'S SCHOOL Watervliet | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| HARMONY HILL SCHOOL Cohoes | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
| COHOES HIGH SCHOOL Cohoes | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ST GREGORYS SCHOOL Loudonville | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| SOUTHGATE SCHOOL Loudonville | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| COHOES MIDDLE SCHOOL Cohoes | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ABRAM LANSING SCHOOL Cohoes | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| WATERVLIET JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Watervliet | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| WATERVLIET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watervliet | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| LOUDONVILLE SCHOOL Loudonville | 3.6 mi | 7.1 |
| SHAKER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| LEARNING TO KNOW EDUCATIONAL CENTER Clifton Park | 4.3 mi | — |
| HEATLY SCHOOL Green Island | 3.3 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,839
Median Home Value
$306,100
Median Rent
$1,431/mo
Population
19,969
College Educated
46%
Homeownership
65.1%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
39.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HILLEL COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.5 |
| QUOGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Quogue, NY | 7.5 |
| WESTFALL ACADEMY ICR Rochester, NY | 7.5 |
| YESHIVAH OHEL MOSHE Brooklyn, NY | 7.5 |
| ASTORIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Astoria, NY | 7.4 |
| BROOKLYN KIDS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.4 |
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 6th.
How many students attend St Ambrose School?
St Ambrose School has an enrollment of approximately 65 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Ambrose School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Ambrose School is 5.2:1. 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 NY?
St Ambrose School ranks #133 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is St Ambrose School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Ambrose School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Christian, no specific denomination 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 Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 65
- Gender Split
- 38% M / 62% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Albany County
- Phone
- (518) 225-3142
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