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#224 of 571 private schools in WI

Top 39% of private schools

St Ambrose Academy

High School

3 POINT PLACE, STE 150, Madison, WI 53719

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

124

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

6.8

Grades

6th – 12th

Enrollment

124

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

6.8

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#224 of 571

In Madison

#13 of 20

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About St Ambrose Academy

St Ambrose Academy is a private high school in Madison, WI. St Ambrose Academy serves approximately 124 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. St Ambrose Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #224 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for St Ambrose Academy show 43% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it compares1.3 pts above WI schools

6.8

This school 6.8 · Average
WI avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

At 124 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.

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

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How St Ambrose Academy compares to 24 public schools serving similar grades in Madison, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

This School

12.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

124

This School

549

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.8

This School

6.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 83.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 14.5% vs 0%

Black 1.6% vs 0%

St Ambrose Academy Madison Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Ambrose Academy (this school)	—	124	12:1	6.8
Vel Phillips Memorial High School	1.0 mi	2,005	16.8:1	6.2
Ezekiel Gillespie Middle School	1.0 mi	436	12.8:1	4.9
Toki Middle	2.6 mi	538	12.2:1	7.0
Spring Harbor Middle	2.8 mi	270	13.5:1	7.9
Hamilton Middle	3.0 mi	768	15.4:1	7.5
Cherokee Heights Middle	3.5 mi	537	11.9:1	6.7
Capital High	4.0 mi	123	7.7:1	8.0
West High	4.6 mi	2,137	16.6:1	6.7
James Wright Middle	5.9 mi	259	11.3:1	6.4
Metro School	6.8 mi	23	7.7:1	—
Badger Rock Middle	7.1 mi	99	11:1	8.0
Innovative High	7.6 mi	139	11.6:1	4.7
Mendota Mental Health Institution	7.9 mi	22	7.3:1	—
O'Keeffe Middle	8.3 mi	439	12.9:1	6.7
East High	8.7 mi	1,644	15.2:1	5.8
One City Preparatory Academy	8.8 mi	53	4.8:1	5.7
Shabazz-City High	8.8 mi	114	8.1:1	4.2
Sherman Middle	8.9 mi	385	13.3:1	5.1
Isthmus Montessori Academy Public	9.3 mi	220	14.7:1	8.6
Black Hawk Middle	9.7 mi	376	15.7:1	4.3

Showing 20 of 24 schools. View all schools in Madison

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 WI.

Classroom Attention

B 5.9 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12:1

Instructional Commitment

B 5.7 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,224

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 28%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 124

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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 WI

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.5% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

42.0% (2025 FORWARD)

ELA Proficiency 36.3% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

43.0% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 14 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 83.9%

Hispanic 14.5%

Black 1.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3 POINT PLACE, STE 150, Madison, WI 53719

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Ambrose Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Middleton High (rated 6.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Middleton), with a very similar rating. Another option is Vel Phillips Memorial High School (rated 6.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Clark Street Community School (rated 5.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Middleton), a more accessible option. For more schools in Madison, see our Madison schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Vel Phillips Memorial High School Madison	1.0 mi	2,005	6.2
Ezekiel Gillespie Middle School Madison	1.0 mi	436	4.9
HIGH POINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madison	1.4 mi	247	7.3
HICKORY HILL ACADEMY Madison	1.5 mi	94	8.6
MADINAH ACADEMY OF MADISON Madison	1.2 mi	91	8.5
KING'S KIDS ACADEMY Madison	1.6 mi	5	—
Muir Elementary Madison	1.4 mi	418	6.3
Milele Chikasa Anana Elementary School Madison	1.7 mi	454	7.5
Olson Elementary Verona	1.7 mi	452	8.5
Elm Lawn Elementary Middleton	2.4 mi	336	9.1
Stephens Elementary Madison	2.0 mi	482	6.4
Crestwood Elementary Madison	2.2 mi	287	9.0
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Madison	2.1 mi	2	—
Huegel Elementary Madison	2.6 mi	422	7.9
Middleton High Middleton	3.1 mi	2,237	6.5
Clark Street Community School Middleton	3.1 mi	103	5.5
Orchard Ridge Elementary Madison	2.6 mi	247	7.5
Toki Middle Madison	2.6 mi	538	7.0
Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District 4K Middleton	3.2 mi	252	3.8
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madison	2.5 mi	200	7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53719 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,223

Median Home Value

$349,300

Median Rent

$1,429/mo

Population

33,688

College Educated

61.3%

Homeownership

50.1%

Avg Commute

18.7 min

Poverty Rate

Median Age

34.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Albany High Albany, WI	85	6.8
Belmont High Belmont, WI	163	6.8
Greenwood High Greenwood, WI	155	6.8
Three Lakes High Three Lakes, WI	146	6.8
Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy Waukesha, WI	150	6.7
Etude High Sheboygan, WI	88	6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Ambrose Academy

What grades does St Ambrose Academy serve?

St Ambrose Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend St Ambrose Academy?

St Ambrose Academy has an enrollment of approximately 124 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Ambrose Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at St Ambrose Academy is 12:1. 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 WI?

St Ambrose Academy ranks #224 of 571 private schools in WI.

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.

What are the test scores at St Ambrose Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St Ambrose Academy has 43% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 48 Some Transit
Bike Score: 66 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 6th – 12th
Enrollment: 124
Gender Split: 53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
Teachers (FTE): 10
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 170 days
Setting: Large City
County: Dane County
Phone: (608) 827-5863

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