The Ambrose School vs. Cole Valley Christian High School
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School Overview
School
Top Rankings
The Ambrose School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Idaho for:
Cole Valley Christian High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
Overview
Experience the classical Christian difference at The Ambrose School.
Our students study Latin, history, science, math, and the Bible with uncommon depth.
We offer Pre-K, half day and all day kindergarten options and provide loving, structured classroom settings through grade 12.
For more information please visit our website (https://TheAmbroseSchool.org) or call (208) 323-3888.
Cole Valley Christian Schools is one of the largest Early Childhood -12 private Christian schools in the state of Idaho.
The Elementary Campus (grades preschool-5) is located in Boise at 8775 W. Ustick Road. Middle and High School (grades 5th - 12th)
Approximately eight miles away, the Secondary Campus (grades 6-12) and administration office is located at 200 E. Carlton Avenue in Meridian.
Students and faculty represent over fifty churches in the valley.
Academic excellence is one of the hallmarks of Cole Valley Christian Schools. Historically, CVCS sends 87%-94% of its graduates to college, well above the published national public school statistic.
All Students participate in the STAR, ACT, and SAT tests each year consistently scoring above national, state, and local averages.
Cole Valley participates with other public and private schools in the Idaho High School Activities Association 2A Conference. They offer a robust athletics and STEAM program.
Grades Offered
PK-12
NS-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
Yes
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
No
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
n/a
Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Auditory Processing, Autistic Spectrum, Executive Functions
Year Founded
1995
1972
Students Body
Total Students
761 students
1337 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
6%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
-
40
Pre-K Students
19
50
Kindergarten Students
54
80
Grade 1 Students
63
80
Grade 2 Students
58
88
Grade 3 Students
59
88
Grade 4 Students
62
88
Grade 5 Students
62
88
Grade 6 Students
55
105
Grade 7 Students
67
105
Grade 8 Students
63
105
Grade 9 Students
61
105
Grade 10 Students
51
105
Grade 11 Students
34
105
Grade 12 Students
53
105
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
150 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
59%
95%
Average Class Size
23
24
Number of AP Classes
n/a
16
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:21
1:9
Average SAT score
n/a
1208
Average ACT score
n/a
27
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(Uniforms)
(Uniforms)
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$9,128
$7,000
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $3120 for half day kindergarten up to $9310 for high school. Our Bridge Program tuition is half the cost of our regular program.
Tuition and Fee schedules are posted on our website at: https://www.colevalleychristian.org/admissions/tuition-fees.cfm
% on Financial Aid
1%
n/a
Acceptance Rate
81%
90%
Admissions Director
Cynthia Hymer
Rachel Brown
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
8
12
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Art, Chess, Choir, Drama, Mock trial/debate, Music, Orchestra, Yearbook
Choir (High School and Elementary), Debate Team, Drama Team (High School), French Club, National Honor Society (High School), Peer Ministries, Praise and Worship Teams, Service Ministries, Spanish Club, STEAM Club, Student Council, Women and Science Club