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#318 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 32% of private schools
Southern Tier Catholic School
School
208 N 24TH ST, Olean, NY 14760
Enrollment
149
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
149
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#318 of 992
In Olean
#1 of 2
public schools
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About Southern Tier Catholic School
Southern Tier Catholic School is a private school in Olean, NY. Southern Tier Catholic School serves approximately 149 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Southern Tier Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #318 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 149 students, Southern Tier 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 8.8:1 students to teachers, Southern Tier Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Southern Tier 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 Southern Tier Catholic School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Olean, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Southern Tier Catholic School (this school) | 6.8 |
| WASHINGTON WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.3 |
| OLEAN INTERMEDIATE-MIDDLE SCHOOL | 3.9 |
| OLEAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 5.8 |
| EAST VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.9 |
| CATTARAUGUS-ALLEGANY-ERIE-WYOMING BOCES | 5.7 |
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
208 N 24TH ST, Olean, NY 14760
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southern Tier Catholic School may also want to explore other schools in the area. HINSDALE CENTRAL SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Hinsdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is ARCHBISHOP WALSH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CATTARAUGUS-ALLEGANY-ERIE-WYOMING BOCES (rated 5.7/10, 2.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Olean, see our Olean schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ARCHBISHOP WALSH HIGH SCHOOL Olean | 0.0 mi | 6.8 |
| WASHINGTON WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Olean | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| OLEAN INTERMEDIATE-MIDDLE SCHOOL Olean | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| OLEAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Olean | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| ALLEGANY-LIMESTONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Allegany | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| EAST VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Olean | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| CATTARAUGUS-ALLEGANY-ERIE-WYOMING BOCES Olean | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
| ALLEGANY-LIMESTONE MIDDLE-HIGH SCHOOL Allegany | 4.4 mi | 6.2 |
| HINSDALE CENTRAL SCHOOL Hinsdale | 6.5 mi | 8.2 |
| PORTVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Portville | 7.2 mi | 7.4 |
| PORTVILLE JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Portville | 7.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Otto-Eldred JSHS Duke Center | 9.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Otto-Eldred El Sch Eldred | 9.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Floyd C Fretz MS Bradford | 11.4 mi | 5.2 |
| George Blaisdell El Sch Bradford | 12.1 mi | 6.9 |
| THE LEARNING CENTER Bradford | 12.8 mi | 4.4 |
| CUBA-RUSHFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cuba | 13.2 mi | 8.0 |
| BRADFORD AREA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bradford | 13.1 mi | 5.7 |
| CHESTNUT STREET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bradford | 13.2 mi | 5.6 |
| School Street El Sch Bradford | 13.1 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14760 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,569
Median Home Value
$99,400
Median Rent
$777/mo
Population
17,272
College Educated
27.4%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
16.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
42.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARCHBISHOP WALSH HIGH SCHOOL Olean, NY | 6.8 |
| LYCEUM KENNEDY FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL New York, NY | 6.8 |
| THE LORGE SCHOOL New York, NY | 6.8 |
| WOODSTOCK DAY SCHOOL Saugerties, NY | 6.8 |
| JEWISH CENTER FOR SPECIAL EDUC Brooklyn, NY | 6.7 |
| BOLTON CENTRAL SCHOOL Bolton Landing, NY | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southern Tier Catholic School
What grades does Southern Tier Catholic School serve?
Southern Tier Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Southern Tier Catholic School?
Southern Tier Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 149 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southern Tier Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southern Tier Catholic School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Southern Tier Catholic School rank in NY?
Southern Tier Catholic School ranks #318 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Southern Tier Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southern Tier Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Southern Tier Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Southern Tier 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 Southern Tier Catholic School a religious school?
Southern Tier Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 149
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Cattaraugus County
- Phone
- (716) 372-8122
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