Excellent
#36 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 4% of private schools
St Joseph University School
Elementary School
3275 MAIN ST 1, Buffalo, NY 14214
Enrollment
132
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
132
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#36 of 992
In Buffalo
#1 of 17
public schools
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St Joseph University School
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About St Joseph University School
St Joseph University School is a private elementary school in Buffalo, NY. St Joseph University School serves approximately 132 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph University School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #36 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 132 students, St Joseph University 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 5.3:1 students to teachers, St Joseph University School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Joseph University 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 Joseph University School compares to 66 public schools serving similar grades in Buffalo, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph University School (this school) | 8.3 |
| BUFFALO UNITED CHARTER SCHOOL | 3.0 |
| HIGHGATE HEIGHTS | 5.9 |
| WESTMINSTER COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL | 3.3 |
| NORTH PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL #50 | 7.7 |
| PS 61 ARTHUR O EVE SCHOOL OF DISTINCTION | 5.9 |
| BEN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.7 |
| BEN FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.9 |
| PRIMARY HALL PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| FREDERICK OLMSTED #156 | 7.0 |
| CHARTER SCHOOL OF INQUIRY | 1.9 |
| DR GEORGE BLACKMAN ECC | 4.6 |
| CHARLES A LINDBERGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.0 |
| PS 84 | 4.9 |
| PS 82 | 6.0 |
| DR LYDIA T WRIGHT SCH OF EXCELLENCE | 3.8 |
| PS 81 | 4.3 |
| KING CENTER CHARTER SCHOOL | 3.1 |
| TAPESTRY CHARTER SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| KENMORE WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 5.5 |
| PS 64 FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED | 8.5 |
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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
3275 MAIN ST 1, Buffalo, NY 14214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph University School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL #50 (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is ST BENEDICT SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Amherst), a more accessible option. Additionally, HIGHGATE HEIGHTS (rated 5.9/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BUFFALO UNITED CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| MIDDLE EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| LEWIS J BENNETT HIGH SCHOOL OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLGY Buffalo | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| WINDERMERE BLVD SCHOOL Amherst | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| WESTMINSTER COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| HIGHGATE HEIGHTS Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| ACADEMY SCHOOL Buffalo | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| NATIVITYMIGUEL MIDDLE SCHOOL, ST MONICA CAMPUS Buffalo | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 61 ARTHUR O EVE SCHOOL OF DISTINCTION Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| BEN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| BEN FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| ST BENEDICT SCHOOL Amherst | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| RESEARCH LABORATORY HS-BIOINFORMATIC Buffalo | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| NORTH PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL #50 Buffalo | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| FREDERICK OLMSTED #156 Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| BURGARD HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| ST JOSEPH'S COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE Buffalo | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| PRIMARY HALL PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| PS 84 Buffalo | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| CHARTER SCHOOL OF INQUIRY Buffalo | 1.7 mi | 1.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,573
Median Home Value
$234,600
Median Rent
$1,072/mo
Population
21,162
College Educated
46.3%
Homeownership
42.7%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
25.3%
Median Age
30.4
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| WILLIAMSBURG NORTHSIDE SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 8.3 |
| METROPOLITAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL New York, NY | 8.4 |
| NORTHVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Northville, NY | 8.2 |
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| CIRCLE ACADEMY Whitestone, NY | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph University School
What grades does St Joseph University School serve?
St Joseph University School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph University School?
St Joseph University School has an enrollment of approximately 132 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph University School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph University School is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph University School rank in NY?
St Joseph University School ranks #36 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is St Joseph University School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph University School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Joseph University School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph University 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 Joseph University School a religious school?
St Joseph University School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 132
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Phone
- (716) 835-7395
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