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#809 of 992 private schools in NY
Notre Dame Academy
Elementary School
1125 ABBOTT RD, Buffalo, NY 14220
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#809 of 992
In Buffalo
#16 of 17
public schools
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Notre Dame Academy
Elementary School in Buffalo · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Notre Dame Academy
Notre Dame Academy is a private elementary school in Buffalo, NY. Notre Dame Academy serves approximately 407 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Notre Dame Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #809 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Notre Dame 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 Notre Dame Academy compares to 66 public schools serving similar grades in Buffalo, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Notre Dame Academy (this school) | 5.3 |
| DISCOVERY SCHOOL | 4.3 |
| WESTERN NEW YORK MARITIME CHARTER SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| LORRAINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.2 |
| PS 27 HILLERY PARK ACADEMY | 3.5 |
| SOUTH BUFFALO CHARTER SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.3 |
| PS 69 HOUGHTON ACADEMY | 4.5 |
| BILINGUAL CENTER | 3.9 |
| BUFFALO CREEK ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL | 4.7 |
| LOVEJOY DISCOVERY SCHOOL #43 | 3.0 |
| BUFFALO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY | 5.5 |
| HARRIET ROSS TUBMAN ACADEMY | 4.8 |
| BENNETT PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| HARVEY AUSTIN SCHOOL #97 | 3.9 |
| REACH ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL | 2.7 |
| ENTERPRISE CHARTER SCHOOL | 3.6 |
| MARTIN LUTHER KING JR #48 | 6.2 |
| MARVA J DANIEL FUTURES PREPARATORY SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| BUFFALO COMMONS CHARTER SCHOOL | 3.1 |
| BUFFALO ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL | 6.4 |
Showing 20 of 66 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.
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
1125 ABBOTT RD, Buffalo, NY 14220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Notre Dame Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BAKER ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lackawanna), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Lackawanna), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TRUMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Lackawanna), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DISCOVERY SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| GLOBAL CONCEPTS CHARTER SCHOOL Lackawanna | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| MOUNT MERCY ACADEMY Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| LORRAINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| WINCHESTER-POTTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| LACKAWANNA HIGH SCHOOL Lackawanna | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| LACKAWANNA MIDDLE SCHOOL Lackawanna | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| WESTERN NEW YORK MARITIME CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| BISHOP TIMON-ST JUDE HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL Lackawanna | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| MARTIN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lackawanna | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| BAKER ACADEMY Lackawanna | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| SOUTH PARK HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| ERIE 1 BOCES West Seneca | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 27 HILLERY PARK ACADEMY Buffalo | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| TRUMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lackawanna | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| SOUTH BUFFALO CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| WEST SENECA WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Seneca | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 69 HOUGHTON ACADEMY Buffalo | 2.6 mi | 4.5 |
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
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| ALLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca, NY | 5.3 |
| ALTAMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Altamont, NY | 5.3 |
| CAYUGA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ithaca, NY | 5.3 |
| DUNDEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dundee, NY | 5.3 |
| EAST ROCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rochester, NY | 5.3 |
| ENGLISH VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Notre Dame Academy
What grades does Notre Dame Academy serve?
Notre Dame Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Notre Dame Academy?
Notre Dame Academy has an enrollment of approximately 407 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame Academy is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Notre Dame Academy rank in NY?
Notre Dame Academy ranks #809 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Notre Dame Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Notre Dame Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Notre Dame Academy a private school?
Yes, Notre Dame Academy 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 Notre Dame Academy a religious school?
Notre Dame Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 407
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Phone
- (716) 824-0726
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