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Buffalo Suburban Christian Academy
Elementary School
5580 GENESEE ST, Lancaster, NY 14086
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Buffalo Suburban Christian Academy
Elementary School in Lancaster · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Buffalo Suburban Christian Academy
Buffalo Suburban Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Lancaster, NY. Buffalo Suburban Christian Academy serves approximately 14 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 14 students, Buffalo Suburban Christian Academy 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 7:1 students to teachers, Buffalo Suburban Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Buffalo Suburban Christian Academy 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 Suburban Christian Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Lancaster, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Buffalo Suburban Christian Academy (this school) | — |
| HILLVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| COURT STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| LANCASTER MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.0 |
| COMO PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.4 |
| WILLIAM STREET SCHOOL | 5.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 14 students
- Type
- Private · Seventh-day Adventist
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Address
- 5580 GENESEE ST, Lancaster, NY 14086
- Phone
- (716) 580-0763
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in NY aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5580 GENESEE ST, Lancaster, NY 14086
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buffalo Suburban Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARRIS HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Williamsville). Another option is SHERIDAN HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Williamsville). Additionally, COUNTRY PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Williamsville). For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14086 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,949
Median Home Value
$263,600
Median Rent
$983/mo
Population
35,659
College Educated
39.3%
Homeownership
83.5%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
46
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buffalo Suburban Christian Academy
What grades does Buffalo Suburban Christian Academy serve?
Buffalo Suburban Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Buffalo Suburban Christian Academy?
Buffalo Suburban Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 14 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buffalo Suburban Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Buffalo Suburban Christian Academy is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Buffalo Suburban Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Buffalo Suburban Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist 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 Suburban Christian Academy a religious school?
Buffalo Suburban Christian Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 14
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Erie County
- Phone
- (716) 580-0763
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