FAQ
Do you have a dress code?
Yes, please visit our Uniforms page for more information.
Are you on a traditional calendar?
Yes, students attend school from the beginning of August through the end of May.
Is Ave Maria Catholic School accredited?
Yes, AMCS is accredited through WCEA.
Do you have a Hot Lunch Program?
Yes, we have partnered School Eatery and are pleased to bring a delicious and nutritious variety of great lunch choices.
Visit our Hot Lunch page to learn more.
Do you have before and after school care?
Yes, Before and After Care begins at 6:30 a.m. and ends at 6:00 p.m. during regular school days.
What are the school hours?
7:55 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.
Do students attend Mass regularly?
Yes, students attend the all school Mass on Fridays.
Is there a religious curriculum?
Yes, the religious curriculum is part of the daily school schedule for preschool the eighth grade. Our Catholic Faith page provides more detail of our Catholic culture.
How long has the school been in existence?
The school opened September 2000. Please refer to our Mission and History page to learn more.
What is your class size?
The teacher student ratio is 1:14. There is a maximum capacity of 25 students per class in Kindergarten and First grade with a Teacher and Instructional Assistant, 25 students per class in Second through Fifth grade, and 27 students per class in Sixth through Eighth grade. There are two classes per grade level.
How many students continue on to Catholic high school?
Typically, over 90% of our graduating classes are accepted and attend Catholic high school. 100% of students attend the High School of their choice with many receiving scholarships and other awards.
Is there bus service?
Yes, there is limited bus service available at an additional cost. Please refer to the Transportation page for more information.
Yes, please visit our Uniforms page for more information.
Are you on a traditional calendar?
Yes, students attend school from the beginning of August through the end of May.
Is Ave Maria Catholic School accredited?
Yes, AMCS is accredited through WCEA.
Do you have a Hot Lunch Program?
Yes, we have partnered School Eatery and are pleased to bring a delicious and nutritious variety of great lunch choices.
Visit our Hot Lunch page to learn more.
Do you have before and after school care?
Yes, Before and After Care begins at 6:30 a.m. and ends at 6:00 p.m. during regular school days.
What are the school hours?
7:55 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.
Do students attend Mass regularly?
Yes, students attend the all school Mass on Fridays.
Is there a religious curriculum?
Yes, the religious curriculum is part of the daily school schedule for preschool the eighth grade. Our Catholic Faith page provides more detail of our Catholic culture.
How long has the school been in existence?
The school opened September 2000. Please refer to our Mission and History page to learn more.
What is your class size?
The teacher student ratio is 1:14. There is a maximum capacity of 25 students per class in Kindergarten and First grade with a Teacher and Instructional Assistant, 25 students per class in Second through Fifth grade, and 27 students per class in Sixth through Eighth grade. There are two classes per grade level.
How many students continue on to Catholic high school?
Typically, over 90% of our graduating classes are accepted and attend Catholic high school. 100% of students attend the High School of their choice with many receiving scholarships and other awards.
Is there bus service?
Yes, there is limited bus service available at an additional cost. Please refer to the Transportation page for more information.
