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#605 of 992 private schools in NY
Southtowns Catholic School
Elementary School
2052 LAKEVIEW RD, Lake View, NY 14085
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#605 of 992
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Southtowns Catholic School
Elementary School in Lake View · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Southtowns Catholic School
Southtowns Catholic School is a private elementary school in Lake View, NY. Southtowns Catholic School serves approximately 136 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Southtowns Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #605 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 136 students, Southtowns 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 7.6:1 students to teachers, Southtowns Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Southtowns 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 Southtowns Catholic School compares to the 1 public school in Lake View, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lake View
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Southtowns Catholic School (this school) | 6.0 |
| PINEHURST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.0 |
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
2052 LAKEVIEW RD, Lake View, NY 14085
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southtowns Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Derby), which scores notably higher. Another option is G L PRIESS PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Eden), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Eden), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lake View, see our Lake View schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PINEHURST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake View | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Derby | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| FRONTIER MIDDLE SCHOOL Hamburg | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| CLOVERBANK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg | 3.2 mi | 6.2 |
| EDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eden | 4.1 mi | 6.3 |
| G L PRIESS PRIMARY SCHOOL Eden | 4.2 mi | 7.3 |
| EDEN MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL Eden | 4.5 mi | 6.5 |
| ST FRANCIS HIGH SCHOOL Hamburg | 5.4 mi | 5.9 |
| UNION PLEASANT AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg | 5.0 mi | 3.6 |
| RANDOLPH ACADEMYHAMBURG CAMPUS Hamburg | 5.7 mi | 4.3 |
| HAMBURG HIGH SCHOOL Hamburg | 5.3 mi | 8.4 |
| HAMBURG MIDDLE SCHOOL Hamburg | 5.4 mi | 6.3 |
| NORTH COLLINS JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL North Collins | 7.8 mi | 5.4 |
| NORTH COLLINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Collins | 7.9 mi | 3.9 |
| FRONTIER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hamburg | 6.4 mi | 7.9 |
| BIG TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg | 6.4 mi | 4.1 |
| CHARLOTTE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg | 6.0 mi | 4.1 |
| JOHN T WAUGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Angola | 6.9 mi | 4.6 |
| LAKE SHORE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Angola | 6.8 mi | 7.8 |
| ERIE 2-CHAUTAUQUA-CATTARAUGUS BOCES Angola | 6.9 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14085 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,286
Median Home Value
$274,700
Population
8,439
College Educated
48.5%
Homeownership
97.8%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
42.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AUGUSTINIAN ACADEMY Carthage, NY | 6.0 |
| CATHOLIC ACADEMY OF NIAGARA FALLS Niagara Falls, NY | 6.0 |
| MARIA REGINA SCHOOL Seaford, NY | 6.0 |
| PS 132 JUAN PABLO DUARTE New York, NY | 6.0 |
| PS 137 RACHEL JEAN MITCHELL Brooklyn, NY | 6.0 |
| PS 91 ALBANY AVENUE SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southtowns Catholic School
What grades does Southtowns Catholic School serve?
Southtowns Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Southtowns Catholic School?
Southtowns Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 136 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southtowns Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southtowns Catholic School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Southtowns Catholic School rank in NY?
Southtowns Catholic School ranks #605 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Southtowns Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southtowns Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Southtowns Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Southtowns 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 Southtowns Catholic School a religious school?
Southtowns Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 136
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Erie County
- Phone
- (716) 627-5011
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