Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,300
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Desales Catholic School
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,300
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Desales Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
373 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 39%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
1 course
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Algebra - Gr 8Living Environment - Gr 8
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School uniform for Kindergarten through Grade 8
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Registered Catholics receive discount with church approval; additional need-based aid is available to families of all faiths
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Kim Knuutila
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Annual Broadway-style MusicalInstrumental Music Lessons
Middle School ChorusNational Junior Honor Society
Student Community ServiceStudent Senate
Club or Organization:
Coding ClubDestination Imagination
Robotics ClubSTREAM Clubs
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Girls Running Club
School Notes
- DeSales Catholic School is the only Catholic school in Eastern Niagara County and serves families from 9 local Districts.
- DeSales offers a safe, faith-based environment that fosters the intellectual, spiritual, emotional, social and physical development of each student from Early Childhood (age 3) through 8th grade. DeSales students continue to outperform their public school peers on national and NY State standardized tests.
- DeSales offers art, music, and Spanish classes for grades K-8.
- Students with special needs receive physical therapy, speech therapy and occupational therapy services at DeSales provided by the Lockport City School District.
- DeSales Catholic School...The start of something great!.
- School Motto: Jesus Christ is the reason for this school
- Tuition Assistance Available
- Transportation Available
- WiFi Networked building with Smart Boards, iPads and Laptops for students
- Before and Afterschool Childcare available
- Full and Half Day Preschool classes for 3 and 4 year olds
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Desales Catholic School cost?
Desales Catholic School's tuition is approximately $6,300 for private students.
What schools are Desales Catholic School often compared to?
Desales Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Learn and Play PreK by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Desales Catholic School?
The acceptance rate of Desales Catholic School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 76%.
What sports does Desales Catholic School offer?
Desales Catholic School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Dance, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Desales Catholic School's ranking?
Desales Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Desales Catholic School?
The application deadline for Desales Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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