St. Ambrose Catholic School is a Roman Catholic, co-educational, state recognized, elementary (K-8) school serving children of families who reside primarily in Godfrey, Illinois, which is located in the Alton Deanery in the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois.
St. Ambrose Catholic School provides a foundation of religious truth and values.
Students will leave with the knowledge and skills necessary for life in the modern world.
St. Ambrose is a wonderful school with an excellent religious education and academic program.
Our students do very well in high school, often qualifying for honors programs and upper level computer classes.
We are very proud of the achievements of our staff and students.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Ambrose Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
289 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: You have finally found a place to call home and people you can call your church family.
- St. Ambrose Catholic School is a Roman Catholic, co-educational, state recognized, elementary (K-8) school serving children of families who reside primarily in Godfrey, Illinois, which is located in the Alton Deanery in the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois. St. Ambrose Catholic School provides a foundation of religious truth and values. Students will leave with the knowledge and skills necessary for life in the modern world. St. Ambrose is a wonderful school with an excellent religious education and academic program. Our students do very well in high school, often qualifying for honors programs and upper level computer classes. We are very proud of the achievements of our staff and students.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Ambrose Catholic School's ranking?
St. Ambrose Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Ambrose Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Ambrose Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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