St. Christopher School offers a Catholic education for students in grades pre-kindergarten (4 years old) through eighth grade. Our instructional programming relies on the basis of proven success and innovative educational experiences coupled with faith formation and 21st Century learning skills.
We as a Catholic School Community; BELIEVE: that each student enrolled at St. Christopher School is a unique and important person and that every facet of his/her life -- spiritual, emotional, intellectual, social and physical should be developed.
SEEK: to help each individual develop as a thinking, caring Christian who respects all life and has the desire and ability to contribute constructively to the betterment of the world.
REALIZE: that the education process goes beyond the school and the developing of a shared commitment from the community, parents, and school is a necessary ingredient in achieving our goals.
Thank you for considering our school, please contact us for a personal tour today. We look forward to partnering with you and your child(ren) throughout their educational journey!
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1955
Student Body
Total Students
297 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
![St. Christopher Elementary School Student By Grade St. Christopher Elementary School Student By Grade](http://images1.privateschoolreview.com/charts/20000/20005/st-christopher-catholic-school-chart-pM5jKI.png)
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club, Future City, STREAM Academies
Arts and Music Programs:
Beginner and Advanced Band, Bound for Broadway Performing Arts, Choir
Chess Club, Future City, STREAM Academies
Arts and Music Programs:
Beginner and Advanced Band, Bound for Broadway Performing Arts, Choir
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does St. Christopher Elementary School offer?
St. Christopher Elementary School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for St. Christopher Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Christopher Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Christopher Elementary School located?
St. Christopher Elementary School is located in the Irvington Creekside neighborhood of Tonawanda, NY.
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