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#478 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 48% of private schools
St Benedict School
Elementary School
3980 MAIN ST, Amherst, NY 14226
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#478 of 992
In Amherst
#2 of 4
public schools
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St Benedict School
Elementary School in Amherst · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Benedict School
St Benedict School is a private elementary school in Amherst, NY. St Benedict School serves approximately 266 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Benedict School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #478 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, St Benedict School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Benedict 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 St Benedict School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Amherst, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Benedict School (this school) | 6.3 |
| WINDERMERE BLVD SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| AMHERST MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| SMALLWOOD DRIVE SCHOOL | 6.9 |
| MAPLEMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.7 |
| SWEET HOME MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.6 |
| WILLOW RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.3 |
| HERITAGE HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.1 |
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
3980 MAIN ST, Amherst, NY 14226
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Benedict School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOSEPH UNIVERSITY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Buffalo), which scores notably higher. Another option is SMALLWOOD DRIVE SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MAPLEMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Amherst, see our Amherst schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AMHERST CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Amherst | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| AMHERST MIDDLE SCHOOL Amherst | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| WINDERMERE BLVD SCHOOL Amherst | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| HIGHGATE HEIGHTS Buffalo | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| ST JOSEPH UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| WESTMINSTER COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.8 mi | 3.3 |
| SMALLWOOD DRIVE SCHOOL Amherst | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| SWEET HOME MIDDLE SCHOOL Amherst | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| NATIVITYMIGUEL MIDDLE SCHOOL, ST MONICA CAMPUS Buffalo | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amherst | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| CHARTER SCHOOL OF INQUIRY Buffalo | 2.1 mi | 1.9 |
| BEN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| BEN FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| CLEVELAND HILL HIGH SCHOOL Cheektowaga | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| CLEVELAND HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cheektowaga | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| CLEVELAND HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Cheektowaga | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| MAPLEMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amherst | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| FREDERICK OLMSTED #156 Buffalo | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| BUFFALO UNITED CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.0 mi | 3.0 |
| MIDDLE EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14226 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,023
Median Home Value
$237,500
Median Rent
$1,093/mo
Population
29,482
College Educated
57.1%
Homeownership
72.4%
Avg Commute
18.2 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
36.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bayport, NY | 6.3 |
| ANDREW J SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Union Springs, NY | 6.3 |
| BARDONIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bardonia, NY | 6.3 |
| BUCHANAN-VERPLANCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buchanan, NY | 6.3 |
| CAROLINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Slaterville Springs, NY | 6.3 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Benedict School
What grades does St Benedict School serve?
St Benedict School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Benedict School?
St Benedict School has an enrollment of approximately 266 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Benedict School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Benedict School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Benedict School rank in NY?
St Benedict School ranks #478 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is St Benedict School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Benedict School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Benedict School a private school?
Yes, St Benedict 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 St Benedict School a religious school?
St Benedict School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 266
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Erie County
- Phone
- (716) 835-2518
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