Below Average

#956 of 992 private schools in NY

St Joseph's Collegiate Institute

High School

845 KENMORE AVE, Buffalo, NY 14223

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

630

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

4.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

630

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

4.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#956 of 992

In Buffalo

#17 of 17

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About St Joseph's Collegiate Institute

St Joseph's Collegiate Institute is a private high school in Buffalo, NY. St Joseph's Collegiate Institute serves approximately 630 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph's Collegiate Institute has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #956 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares2.7 pts below NY schools

4.3

This school 4.3 · Below Average
NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

St Joseph's Collegiate Institute 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.

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How St Joseph's Collegiate Institute compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Buffalo, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

14.8:1

This School

10:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

630

This School

598

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.3

This School

6.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 83.5% vs 0%

Black 8.3% vs 0%

Hispanic 4.4% vs 0%

Asian 2.5% vs 0%

St Joseph's Collegiate Institute Buffalo Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Joseph's Collegiate Institute (this school)	—	630	14.8:1	4.3
ACADEMY SCHOOL	0.4 mi	78	2.9:1	6.5
KENMORE WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL	1.3 mi	1,276	10:1	5.5
MIDDLE EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL	1.3 mi	312	10.1:1	8.8
LEWIS J BENNETT HIGH SCHOOL OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLGY	1.3 mi	435	10.6:1	6.7
TAPESTRY CHARTER SCHOOL	1.5 mi	1,126	12.1:1	5.4
RESEARCH LABORATORY HS-BIOINFORMATIC	1.6 mi	181	8.2:1	6.9
MCKINLEY VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL	2.1 mi	940	10.3:1	6.6
BURGARD HIGH SCHOOL	2.1 mi	459	9.2:1	6.1
PS 84	2.3 mi	145	6.9:1	4.9
CHARTER SCHOOL FOR APPLIED TECHNOLOGIES	2.6 mi	2,312	11.8:1	5.4
MATH SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY PREPARATORY SCHOOL AT 197	2.7 mi	389	8.8:1	3.3
FREDERICK OLMSTED #156	2.7 mi	922	11.7:1	7.0
RIVERSIDE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL	3.0 mi	333	9.2:1	5.4
ERIE COUNTY DETENTION FACILITY	3.1 mi	15	—:1	—
BUFFALO ACADEMY FOR THE VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS	3.1 mi	575	8.3:1	5.4
LAFAYETTE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL	3.2 mi	440	7.6:1	6.3
LEONARDO DA VINCI HIGH SCHOOL	3.4 mi	361	10:1	7.9
HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL	3.5 mi	429	12.3:1	7.9
PATHWAYS ACADEMY	3.6 mi	109	7.8:1	5.2
EAST COMMUNITY SCHOOL	3.6 mi	340	9.2:1	6.0

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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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

C+ 3.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.8:1

Instructional Commitment

C 2.5 / 10

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School Day Length 6.3 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,045.8

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 29%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B- 5.4 / 10

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Enrollment 630

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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)

White 83.5%

Black 8.3%

Hispanic 4.4%

Asian 2.5%

Two or More 1.0%

Native American 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

845 KENMORE AVE, Buffalo, NY 14223

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Joseph's Collegiate Institute may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MIDDLE EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RESEARCH LABORATORY HS-BIOINFORMATIC (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEWIS J BENNETT HIGH SCHOOL OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLGY (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
NORTH PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL #50 Buffalo	0.5 mi	356	7.7
ACADEMY SCHOOL Buffalo	0.4 mi	78	6.5
CHARLES A LINDBERGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo	0.5 mi	463	6.0
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Buffalo	1.1 mi	274	5.6
NICHOLS SCHOOL Buffalo	1.3 mi	596	6.6
PS 81 Buffalo	1.0 mi	756	4.3
ELMWOOD-FRANKLIN SCHOOL Buffalo	1.3 mi	280	7.6
KENMORE WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo	1.3 mi	1,276	5.5
BEN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo	1.2 mi	460	3.7
BEN FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Buffalo	1.3 mi	616	4.9
MIDDLE EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo	1.3 mi	312	8.8
LEWIS J BENNETT HIGH SCHOOL OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLGY Buffalo	1.3 mi	435	6.7
RESEARCH LABORATORY HS-BIOINFORMATIC Buffalo	1.6 mi	181	6.9
PRIMARY HALL PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo	1.7 mi	171	3.5
DR GEORGE BLACKMAN ECC Buffalo	1.8 mi	345	4.6
ST JOSEPH UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Buffalo	1.4 mi	132	8.3
TAPESTRY CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo	1.5 mi	1,126	5.4
BUFFALO UNITED CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo	1.6 mi	524	3.0
HERBERT HOOVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Buffalo	1.8 mi	764	4.9
HERBERT HOOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo	1.8 mi	599	4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14223 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,528

Median Home Value

$202,200

Median Rent

$976/mo

Population

22,363

College Educated

43.8%

Homeownership

81%

Avg Commute

19.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

42.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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HORNELL JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hornell, NY	608	4.3
JOHN F KENNEDY JR SCHOOL Elmhurst, NY	520	4.3
MSGR FARRELL HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island, NY	783	4.3
NEWARK VALLEY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Newark Valley, NY	405	4.3
WELLSVILLE SECONDARY SCHOOL Wellsville, NY	653	4.3
ACADEMY OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Far Rockaway, NY	608	4.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Joseph's Collegiate Institute

What grades does St Joseph's Collegiate Institute serve?

St Joseph's Collegiate Institute serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend St Joseph's Collegiate Institute?

St Joseph's Collegiate Institute has an enrollment of approximately 630 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph's Collegiate Institute?

The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph's Collegiate Institute is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Joseph's Collegiate Institute rank in NY?

St Joseph's Collegiate Institute ranks #956 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is St Joseph's Collegiate Institute's MySchoolScout rating?

St Joseph's Collegiate Institute has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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's Collegiate Institute a private school?

Yes, St Joseph's Collegiate Institute is a private all-boys 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's Collegiate Institute a religious school?

St Joseph's Collegiate Institute has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 67 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 34 Some Transit
Bike Score: 50 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 630
Gender Split: 100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 43
Type: private
Coed Status: all-boys
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.3 hours
Days Per Year: 166 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Erie County
Phone: (716) 874-4024

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