Nichols School
1250 Amherst St, Buffalo, NY, 14216-0142 - View a map of this school Map
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Nichols School aim is to train minds, bodies and hearts for the work of life, and to carry into all we do the highest ideals of character and service. At Nichols School, inspired teachers and students are committed to a quality standard of learning and achievement in all aspects of school life. Our community strives to cultivate each student's sense of responsibility, compassion, honesty, and self-discipline. Our goal is to produce confident and ethical young people equipped for the challenges of life. We embrace and value our school's history and heritage. We also recognize the importance of adaptation and innovation as a means of preparing our students for the future. We strive to create a community that reflects our region's neighborhoods and the wider world. In this environment, our students develop habits of tolerance, understanding, and mutual respect. ...read more  

School Overview:
Nichols School
School Level Elementary and Secondary school
School Membership(s) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 5 - 12
County Erie County, NY
Student Body
Total Students 601 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School ( NY ) Elementary and Secondary School Avg.
% Students of Color 12% 23%
Students by Grade
Grade 5 - 40 students
Grade 6 - 47 students
Grade 7 - 53 students
Grade 8 - 64 students
Grade 9 - 96 students
Grade 10 - 113 students
Grade 11 - 104 students
Grade 12 - 84 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 70 teachers
This School ( NY ) Elementary and Secondary School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:9 1:8
*Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 170 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 7 hours 6 hours
Admission Deadline Jan. 1
 
School Notes:
  • Nichols School aim is to train minds, bodies and hearts for the work of life, and to carry into all we do the highest ideals of character and service. At Nichols School, inspired teachers and students are committed to a quality standard of learning and achievement in all aspects of school life. Our community strives to cultivate each student's sense of responsibility, compassion, honesty, and self-discipline. Our goal is to produce confident and ethical young people equipped for the challenges of life. We embrace and value our school's history and heritage. We also recognize the importance of adaptation and innovation as a means of preparing our students for the future. We strive to create a community that reflects our region's neighborhoods and the wider world. In this environment, our students develop habits of tolerance, understanding, and mutual respect.
  • Profile last updated: 01/29/2007

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About This Zip Code ( 14216 )
School Zip ( 14216 ) ( NY ) State Average
Population (Approximate) 23,587 people 18,975,234 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 41% 32%
Population Average Age 37 years old 35.9 years old
Average Household Size 2.2 persons 2.5 persons
Median Household Income $34,338 $44,900
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 5.7 rooms 4.5 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 69 years old 58 years old
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Zipcode (14216)



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% Owning / % Renting 48% / 52% 42% / 58%
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