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#368 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 37% of private schools
Northern Chautauqua Catholic School
Elementary School
336 WASHINGTON AVE, Dunkirk, NY 14048
Enrollment
156
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
156
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#368 of 992
In Dunkirk
#1 of 2
public schools
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Northern Chautauqua Catholic School
Elementary School in Dunkirk · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Northern Chautauqua Catholic School
Northern Chautauqua Catholic School is a private elementary school in Dunkirk, NY. Northern Chautauqua Catholic School serves approximately 156 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Northern Chautauqua Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #368 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 156 students, Northern Chautauqua Catholic 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 8.2:1 students to teachers, Northern Chautauqua Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Northern Chautauqua Catholic 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 Northern Chautauqua Catholic School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Dunkirk, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Northern Chautauqua Catholic School (this school) | 6.7 |
| DUNKIRK INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL | 4.8 |
| SCHOOL 3 | 3.6 |
| DUNKIRK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| SCHOOL 5 | 5.5 |
| SCHOOL 7 | 3.8 |
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
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
336 WASHINGTON AVE, Dunkirk, NY 14048
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northern Chautauqua Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SINCLAIRVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 16.0 miles away, in nearby Sinclairville), with a very similar rating. Another option is FORESTVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Forestville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WHEELOCK PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Fredonia), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dunkirk, see our Dunkirk schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DUNKIRK INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Dunkirk | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| DUNKIRK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Dunkirk | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| SCHOOL 3 Dunkirk | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dunkirk | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| SCHOOL 5 Dunkirk | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| SCHOOL 7 Dunkirk | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| FREDONIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fredonia | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| FREDONIA HIGH SCHOOL Fredonia | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| FREDONIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Fredonia | 2.8 mi | 6.3 |
| WHEELOCK PRIMARY SCHOOL Fredonia | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| FORESTVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Forestville | 7.9 mi | 6.3 |
| BROCTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brocton | 9.2 mi | 3.5 |
| BROCTON MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL Brocton | 9.2 mi | 5.1 |
| FORESTVILLE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Forestville | 8.0 mi | 7.5 |
| SILVER CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Silver Creek | 9.3 mi | 5.3 |
| SILVER CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Silver Creek | 9.3 mi | 7.8 |
| SILVER CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL Silver Creek | 9.3 mi | 4.4 |
| BURDICK RD AMISH SCHOOL Mayville | 13.8 mi | — |
| CASSADAGA VALLEY MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Sinclairville | 16.0 mi | 6.9 |
| SINCLAIRVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sinclairville | 16.0 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14048 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,971
Median Home Value
$98,400
Median Rent
$905/mo
Population
14,949
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
62.8%
Avg Commute
17.4 min
Poverty Rate
22.2%
Median Age
46
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| HEMLOCK SCHOOL Garden City, NY | 6.7 |
| LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF BAY RIDGE Brooklyn, NY | 6.7 |
| PARISHVILLE-HOPKINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Parishville, NY | 6.7 |
| ROBERT C PARKER SCHOOL North Greenbush, NY | 6.7 |
| ST EDWARD CONFESSOR SCHOOL Syosset, NY | 6.7 |
| ST PAUL SCHOOL New York, NY | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northern Chautauqua Catholic School
What grades does Northern Chautauqua Catholic School serve?
Northern Chautauqua Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Northern Chautauqua Catholic School?
Northern Chautauqua Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 156 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northern Chautauqua Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Northern Chautauqua Catholic School is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Northern Chautauqua Catholic School rank in NY?
Northern Chautauqua Catholic School ranks #368 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Northern Chautauqua Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Northern Chautauqua Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Northern Chautauqua Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Northern Chautauqua Catholic 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 Northern Chautauqua Catholic School a religious school?
Northern Chautauqua Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 156
- Gender Split
- 38% M / 62% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Chautauqua County
- Phone
- (716) 366-0630
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