Very Good
#147 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 15% of private schools
Universal School
School
1957 GENESEE ST, Buffalo, NY 14211
Enrollment
181
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
181
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#147 of 992
In Buffalo
#4 of 17
public schools
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Universal School
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About Universal School
Universal School is a private school in Buffalo, NY. Universal School serves approximately 181 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Universal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #147 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 181 students, Universal 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, Universal School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Universal 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 Universal School compares to 85 public schools serving similar grades in Buffalo, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Universal School (this school) | 7.5 |
| BUFFALO ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL II | 3.1 |
| KING CENTER CHARTER SCHOOL | 3.1 |
| PERSISTENCE PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL | 2.0 |
| HARVEY AUSTIN SCHOOL #97 | 3.9 |
| BUILD COMMUNITY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| PS 82 | 6.0 |
| FREDERICK OLMSTED #156 | 7.0 |
| MATH SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY PREPARATORY SCHOOL AT 197 | 3.3 |
| ERIE COUNTY DETENTION FACILITY | — |
| EAST COMMUNITY SCHOOL | 6.0 |
| PATHWAYS ACADEMY | 5.2 |
| CHARTER SCHOOL OF INQUIRY | 1.9 |
| DR LYDIA T WRIGHT SCH OF EXCELLENCE | 3.8 |
| PS 84 | 4.9 |
| PS 61 ARTHUR O EVE SCHOOL OF DISTINCTION | 5.9 |
| LOVEJOY DISCOVERY SCHOOL #43 | 3.0 |
| BURGARD HIGH SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| PS 59 DR CHARLES DREW SCIENCE MAGNET | 4.9 |
| WESTMINSTER COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL | 3.3 |
| PS 74 HAMLIN PARK - CLAUDE AND OUIDA CLAPP ACADEMY | 5.7 |
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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
1957 GENESEE ST, Buffalo, NY 14211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Universal School may also want to explore other schools in the area. DARUL ULOOM AL MADANIA (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BUFFALO ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL II (rated 3.1/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Buffalo, see our Buffalo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$34,490
Median Home Value
$91,600
Median Rent
$1,008/mo
Population
23,951
College Educated
15.5%
Homeownership
44.7%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
34.7%
Median Age
34.2
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| DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES INSTITUTE Smithtown, NY | 7.5 |
| SUMMIT SCHOOL Jamaica, NY | 7.5 |
| THE CENTER FOR DISCOVERY Monticello, NY | 7.5 |
| CRESCENT SCHOOL Hempstead, NY | 7.6 |
| GREEN MEADOW WALDORF SCHOOL Chestnut Ridge, NY | 7.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Universal School
What grades does Universal School serve?
Universal School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Universal School?
Universal School has an enrollment of approximately 181 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Universal School?
The student-teacher ratio at Universal 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 Universal School rank in NY?
Universal School ranks #147 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Universal School's MySchoolScout rating?
Universal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Universal School a private school?
Yes, Universal School is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Universal School a religious school?
Universal School has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 181
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Erie County
- Phone
- (716) 597-0102
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