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#518 of 991 private schools in NY

Bishop Timon-st Jude High School

High School

601 MCKINLEY PKWY, Buffalo, NY 14220

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

193

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

6.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Buffalo

#13 of 17

public schools

New York high schools

#106 of 191

About Bishop Timon-st Jude High School

Bishop Timon-St Jude High School is a public high school located in the bustling city of Buffalo, New York. Situated on McKinley Parkway, the school serves students from ninth through twelfth grade with an enrollment of 193 students and a student-teacher ratio of 10.4:1. The dedicated faculty consists of 18 full-time equivalent teachers who provide personalized attention to each student.

While academic performance data is not available for detailed analysis, the school focuses on fostering a supportive environment where every student can grow and develop. With a MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10, there is room for improvement in academics but Bishop Timon-St Jude High School continues to work towards enhancing educational outcomes. The school's setting within Buffalo offers students access to a vibrant urban community with numerous resources and opportunities beyond the classroom.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 193 students, Bishop Timon-st Jude High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

As a private school, Bishop Timon-st Jude High School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Bishop Timon-st Jude High School compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Buffalo, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
This School
vs
10:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
193
This School
vs
598
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.2
This School
vs
5.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 56.5% vs 0%
Black 22.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.6% vs 0%
Asian 2.1% vs 0%
Bishop Timon-st Jude High School Buffalo Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Bishop Timon-st Jude High School (this school) 6.2
SOUTH PARK HIGH SCHOOL 4.5
WESTERN NEW YORK MARITIME CHARTER SCHOOL 5.0
BUFFALO ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL 3.7
BUFFALO SCHOOL OF CULINARY ARTS AND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT 4.3
EMERSON SCHOOL OF HOSPITALITY 3.5
EAST COMMUNITY SCHOOL 5.8
PATHWAYS ACADEMY 5.7
BUFFALO ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL II 4.7
HUTCHINSON CENTRAL TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL 4.7
CITY HONORS SCHOOL 6.2
ERIE COUNTY DETENTION FACILITY
LEONARDO DA VINCI HIGH SCHOOL 5.6
HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL 5.0
BUFFALO ACADEMY FOR THE VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS 5.4
INTERNATIONAL PREPARATORY SCHOOL (THE) 6.6
MATH SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY PREPARATORY SCHOOL AT 197 3.8
PS 84 7.7
BURGARD HIGH SCHOOL 4.8
FREDERICK OLMSTED #156 5.2
LAFAYETTE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL 4.8

Showing 20 of 29 schools. View all schools in Buffalo

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

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 NY.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.7 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,056
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 61%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 193
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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)

White 56.5%
Black 22.8%
Two or More 13.5%
Hispanic 3.6%
Asian 2.1%
Pacific Islander 1.0%
Native American 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

601 MCKINLEY PKWY, Buffalo, NY 14220

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bishop Timon-st Jude High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MOUNT MERCY ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LACKAWANNA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Lackawanna), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WESTERN NEW YORK MARITIME CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
LORRAINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo 0.2 mi 6.3
MOUNT MERCY ACADEMY Buffalo 0.4 mi 7.2
SOUTH PARK HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo 0.4 mi 4.5
WESTERN NEW YORK MARITIME CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo 0.8 mi 5.0
DISCOVERY SCHOOL Buffalo 0.7 mi 5.8
SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo 0.9 mi 4.8
PS 27 HILLERY PARK ACADEMY Buffalo 1.0 mi 6.3
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Buffalo 1.1 mi 5.3
SOUTH BUFFALO CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo 1.3 mi 3.4
GLOBAL CONCEPTS CHARTER SCHOOL Lackawanna 1.5 mi 5.0
PS 69 HOUGHTON ACADEMY Buffalo 1.6 mi 6.2
BAKER ACADEMY Lackawanna 1.6 mi 7.8
OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL Lackawanna 1.7 mi 6.3
WINCHESTER-POTTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca 1.6 mi 3.9
ERIE 1 BOCES West Seneca 1.7 mi 6.9
MARTIN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lackawanna 2.3 mi 5.9
LACKAWANNA HIGH SCHOOL Lackawanna 2.2 mi 5.4
LACKAWANNA MIDDLE SCHOOL Lackawanna 2.2 mi 5.0
AL-RASHEED ACADEMY Lackawanna 2.1 mi 7.1
BILINGUAL CENTER Buffalo 2.1 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,337

Median Home Value

$180,200

Median Rent

$974/mo

Population

23,786

College Educated

28%

Homeownership

71.7%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Median Age

41

Community Profile

The community surrounding Bishop Timon-st Jude High School has a median household income of $68,337. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $180,200, with a median rent of $974/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.3%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
CATHEDRAL PREPARATORY SCHOOL AND SEMINARY Elmhurst, NY 6.2
CLYDE-SAVANNAH HIGH SCHOOL Clyde, NY 6.2
HARPURSVILLE JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Harpursville, NY 6.2
HARRISVILLE JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Harrisville, NY 6.2
LASALLE ACADEMY New York, NY 6.2
MOTT HAVEN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx, NY 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bishop Timon-st Jude High School

What grades does Bishop Timon-st Jude High School serve?

Bishop Timon-st Jude High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Bishop Timon-st Jude High School?

Bishop Timon-st Jude High School has an enrollment of approximately 193 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bishop Timon-st Jude High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bishop Timon-st Jude High School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Bishop Timon-st Jude High School rank in NY?

Bishop Timon-st Jude High School is ranked #518 out of 991 private schools in NY.

What is Bishop Timon-st Jude High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bishop Timon-st Jude High School has a composite rating of 6.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Bishop Timon-st Jude High School a private school?

Yes, Bishop Timon-st Jude High School is a private all-boys 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 Bishop Timon-st Jude High School a religious school?

Bishop Timon-st Jude High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (4,549/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Buffalo). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
193
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Large City
County
ERIE
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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