Excellent
#46 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 5% of private schools
Buffalo Seminary
High School
205 BIDWELL PKWY, Buffalo, NY 14222
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#46 of 992
In Buffalo
#2 of 17
public schools
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About Buffalo Seminary
Buffalo Seminary is a private high school in Buffalo, NY. Buffalo Seminary serves approximately 162 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Buffalo Seminary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #46 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 162 students, Buffalo Seminary 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.
At 6.4:1 students to teachers, Buffalo Seminary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Buffalo Seminary 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
BetaHow Buffalo Seminary compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Buffalo, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
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
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
205 BIDWELL PKWY, Buffalo, NY 14222
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buffalo Seminary may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CITY HONORS SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LEONARDO DA VINCI HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NARDIN ACADEMY Buffalo | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| LAFAYETTE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| CATHOLIC ACADEMY WEST BUFFALO Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| MCKINLEY VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 17 Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| PS 64 FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| STANLEY G FALK SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| BUFFALO ACADEMY FOR THE VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| TAPESTRY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| FRANK A SEDITA SCHOOL #30 Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| WEST BUFFALO CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| LEONARDO DA VINCI HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| NATIVE AMERICAN MAGNET Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| ELMWOOD VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOL HERTEL Buffalo | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| INTERNATIONAL PREPARATORY SCHOOL (THE) Buffalo | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| ELMWOOD-FRANKLIN SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| NICHOLS SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| CITY HONORS SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14222 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,692
Median Home Value
$408,100
Median Rent
$1,168/mo
Population
15,440
College Educated
62.8%
Homeownership
38.1%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
32.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| UNION SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Union Springs, NY | 8.2 |
| OAKWOOD FRIENDS SCHOOL Poughkeepsie, NY | 8.3 |
| AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE & ENGLISH SECONDARY SCHOOL New York, NY | 8.0 |
| HARRISVILLE JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Harrisville, NY | 8.0 |
| KHALIL GIBRAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 8.0 |
| NEW LEBANON JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL New Lebanon, NY | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buffalo Seminary
What grades does Buffalo Seminary serve?
Buffalo Seminary serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Buffalo Seminary?
Buffalo Seminary has an enrollment of approximately 162 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buffalo Seminary?
The student-teacher ratio at Buffalo Seminary is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Buffalo Seminary rank in NY?
Buffalo Seminary ranks #46 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Buffalo Seminary's MySchoolScout rating?
Buffalo Seminary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Buffalo Seminary a private school?
Yes, Buffalo Seminary is a private all-girls school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Buffalo Seminary a religious school?
No, Buffalo Seminary is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 162
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Phone
- (716) 885-6780
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