Canisius High School
Tel:
(716) 882-0466
- 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 (2020-21)
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 878 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Canisius High School places among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Jesuit Secondary Education Association (JSEA) National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9-12 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 878 students |
| Student Body Type | All-boys |
| % Students of Color | 12% State avg.: 29% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 62 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 14:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
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