Canisius High School
Canisius is a Catholic, Jesuit, independent college preparatory school, grades 9 through 12, serving young men of diverse backgrounds from all over Western New York.
Our mission is to challenge students to strive for excellence as critical thinkers and effective communicators who are open to growth, intellectually competent, religiously oriented, loving, and committed to justice.
At Canisius, students come first, academic excellence matters, and teachers are dedicated to helping each and every student find success.
The distinguished and rigorous academic program, based upon a liberal arts curriculum, is designed to prepare students for college.
Additionally, Canisius students have the opportunity to take many honors and advanced placement level courses.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 878 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Canisius High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
878 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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People that viewed Canisius High School also viewed these schools: St. Joseph's Collegiate Institute, Bishop Timon-st Jude High School, Nichols School, St. Francis High School and The Park School Of Buffalo.
The nearest high school to Canisius High School is Nardin Academy (0.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Catholic Academy West Buffalo (0.2 miles away)
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(716) 874-4024
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(716) 826-3610
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Buffalo, NY 14216
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(716) 627-1200
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