St. Joseph University School

St. Joseph Elementary School is the oldest, continually operational Catholic elementary school in the City of Buffalo.
St. Joseph School opened its doors in 1849 as a German school.
Our mission is to provide the highest quality Catholic education possible, in an atmosphere of worship, warmth, and wisdom; and to instill the values of living Christ's word, sharing his word, and loving all without exception.
We believe education is the means through which children are guided in their life-long quest of becoming responsible members of our world community.
Such a pursuit involves, on our part, the earnest endeavor to discover and cultivate the individual talents of each child and the sincere effort to develop a healthy self esteem which is the basis of ultimate respect for humanity and the world.
We believe we can attain this end most effectively by communicating the message of Jesus, not only by word, but also by example, thus creating a genuine faith community in which both students and staff can grow in wisdom and grace.
Since love of neighbor is the touchstone of a truly Christian life, we will encourage students to engage in service outside the school community, thus carrying the gospel message to others more effectively.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 151 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
151 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
83%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
St. Joseph University School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for St. Joseph University School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph University School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 151 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Buffalo, NY is $7,418 for elementary schools and $10,096 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Buffalo, NY is 90% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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