Very Good
#150 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 15% of private schools
Cardinal O'hara High School
High School
39 OHARA RD, Tonawanda, NY 14150
Enrollment
167
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
167
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#150 of 992
In Tonawanda
#1 of 2
public schools
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Cardinal O'hara High School
High School in Tonawanda · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cardinal O'hara High School
Cardinal O'hara High School is a private high school in Tonawanda, NY. Cardinal O'hara High School serves approximately 167 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cardinal O'hara High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #150 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 167 students, Cardinal O'hara High School 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 6.5:1 students to teachers, Cardinal O'hara High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cardinal O'hara High School 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 Cardinal O'hara High School compares to the 6 public schools in Tonawanda, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Tonawanda
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cardinal O'hara High School (this school) | 7.5 |
| THOMAS A EDISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| KENMORE EAST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 5.7 |
| TONAWANDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.8 |
| TONAWANDA MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL | 5.0 |
| GLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| HOLMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.3 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
39 OHARA RD, Tonawanda, NY 14150
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cardinal O'hara High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MOUNT ST. MARY ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Buffalo), a more accessible option. Another option is KENMORE EAST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, KENMORE WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Buffalo), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tonawanda, see our Tonawanda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14150 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,294
Median Home Value
$181,900
Median Rent
$1,094/mo
Population
41,585
College Educated
32.4%
Homeownership
70.9%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
41.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cardinal O'hara High School
What grades does Cardinal O'hara High School serve?
Cardinal O'hara High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Cardinal O'hara High School?
Cardinal O'hara High School has an enrollment of approximately 167 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cardinal O'hara High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cardinal O'hara High School is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cardinal O'hara High School rank in NY?
Cardinal O'hara High School ranks #150 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Cardinal O'hara High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cardinal O'hara High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cardinal O'hara High School a private school?
Yes, Cardinal O'hara High School is a private coeducational 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 Cardinal O'hara High School a religious school?
Cardinal O'hara High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 167
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Erie County
- Phone
- (716) 695-2600
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