The mission of St. Amelia School is to provide a quality Catholic education that instills in students the spirit of Jesus Christ in a positive, caring environment, which allows students to achieve excellence and become responsible citizens in our community.
As an integral part of the parish community, St. Amelia School is dedicated to the goal of providing a quality Catholic education.
Following the guidelines established by the State of New York and the Diocese of Buffalo, we provide programs which foster spiritual, physical and academic growth.
Striving to develop a community where compassion and concern for the individual are central, we acknowledge and respect the uniqueness of each child, and endeavor, in a loving and trusting atmosphere, to instill the true spirit of Jesus in every student.
Mindful that the primary responsibility for education rests in the home, we share in this process and consider open communication between home and school essential to the growth of each child.
It is the vision of St. Amelia School to create an environment that gives all children the opportunity to achieve their fullest personal and academic potential in order to become productive and responsible citizens.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Yearly Tuition: $2,200
- Application Deadline: Feb. 28 / May. 1 / rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Amelia School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
Sports offered
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1955
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
638 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
99%
Number of AP Courses
4 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 28 / May. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
28 clubs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Amelia School cost?
St. Amelia School's tuition is approximately $2,200 for private students.
What sports does St. Amelia School offer?
St. Amelia School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Dance, Golf, Indoor Soccer, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Track and Field and Volleyball. St. Amelia School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New York for most sports offered.
What is St. Amelia School's ranking?
St. Amelia School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for St. Amelia School?
The application deadline for St. Amelia School is Feb. 28 / May. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 28 / May. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is St. Amelia School located?
St. Amelia School is located in the A Hamilton And St Amelias neighborhood of Tonawanda, NY.
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